Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1796: Creates provisions relating to personal information of public school teachers
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1796 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates provisions relating to personal information of public school teachers. Primary sponsor: Curtis Trent (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): Second Read and Referred S Education Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1796 - Under this act, a public school teacher's personally identifiable information shall not be sold or disclosed by any public school, school district, or third-party entity to any party for any commercial use. Additionally, a background check conducted on a public school teacher for purposes relating to such teacher's work-related travel or transportation of students for educational purposes shall not be reported, transmitted, or otherwise treated as a credit inquiry or have any effect on the teacher's credit score. OLIVIA SHANNON
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Trent | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
“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 Education Committee
- S First Read