Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1799: Modifies the statute of limitations for certain actions from five years to two years
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1799 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on February 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies the statute of limitations for certain actions from five years to two years. 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 1799 - Currently, actions based upon contracts, obligations, or liabilities with certain exceptions, actions for statutory liabilities with certain exceptions, actions for trespass, actions for takings, actions for personal injury or injury to the rights of another not arising under contract, and actions for relief for fraud shall be brought within five years. This act provides that the statute of limitations for such actions shall be two years. This act is similar to HB 1610 (2026), HB 41 (2025), and HB 1404 (2024). KATIE O'BRIEN
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