Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1604: Modifies provisions allowing property owners to petition for exclusion from a fire protection district
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1604 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies provisions allowing property owners to petition for exclusion from a fire protection district. Primary sponsor: Rick Brattin (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1604 - This act allows owners of parcels located within a subdivision to file a petition praying that all real property within the subdivision be excluded from a fire protection district. The petition must include the signature of every owner of a parcel within the subdivision, a description of the property to be excluded, a statement from a fire department or organization or municipality stating that such entity or municipality will provide fire protection services to the subdivision, and a monetary deposit that is sufficient to pay all costs of the exclusion proceedings. Under this act, when a petition is filed, all interested parties shall receive notice of the hearing of the petition and have an opportunity to show cause in writing why the petition should not be granted. TRISTAN BENSON JR
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Brattin | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
“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 Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
- S First Read