Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1706: Modifies provisions relating to funding for the Kansas City Police Department
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1706 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on February 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies provisions relating to funding for the Kansas City Police Department. Primary sponsor: Patty Lewis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 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 1706 - This act provides that the General Assembly shall appropriate funding that equals the amount Kansas City appropriated in the previous fiscal year to the Board of Police Commissioners for the operation of the Kansas City Police Department. TRISTAN BENSON, JR.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patty Lewis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
“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