Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1797: Creates provisions regarding the severability of provisions in a legislative act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1797 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates provisions regarding the severability of provisions in a legislative act. Primary sponsor: Curtis Trent (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2026): Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1797 - If any provision of a legislative act is found to be unconstitutional for any reason, this act requires the void provision shall be severed and the remaining valid provisions shall be valid. The court shall presume that the General Assembly would have enacted the valid provisions without the void one. If the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the General Assembly would not have enacted the valid provisions absent the void provision, then the valid provisions shall also be declared invalid. JIM ERTLE
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 General Laws Committee
- S First Read