Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1702: Increases the number of circuit judges in the 7th Judicial Circuit, consisting of Clay County
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1702 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on February 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases the number of circuit judges in the 7th Judicial Circuit, consisting of Clay County. Primary sponsor: Maggie Nurrenbern (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 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 1702 - Currently, the Seventh Judicial Circuit, located in Clay County, has four circuit judges. This act increase the number of circuit judges to five beginning in fiscal year 2028. This act is identical to a provision in HCS/HBs 2968, 2427 & 3086 (2026), HB 3363 (2026), and HB 3448 (2026) and is substantially similar to a provision in HCS/SB 945 (2026) and in HCS/SB 1067 (2026). KATIE O'BRIEN
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maggie Nurrenbern | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
“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