Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1253: Modifies the penalties for the offense of assault on a law enforcement animal
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1253 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies the penalties for the offense of assault on a law enforcement animal. Primary sponsor: Brad Hudson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1253 - This act provides that the offense of assault on a law enforcement animal is a class E felony, instead of a class A misdemeanor. Additionally, this act provides that it shall be a class D felony, instead of a class E felony, if the law enforcement animal is seriously injured to the point of requiring veterinary care or treatment or a class C felony, instead of a class D felony, if the assault results in the death of such animal. TRISTAN BENSON, JR.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Hudson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
- S First Read
- Prefiled