MissouriMissouri library aid rules would have to respect free speech
The Missouri State Library would have to write state aid rules that substantially follow free speech protections and laws against discrimination and workplace harassment.
What it does
Missouri's library aid rules would have to substantially follow free speech and civil rights laws. Rules made before July 1, 2026, would need review by August 28, 2028.
Argument forRequiring aid rules to follow rights protections could reduce barriers to library access and help protect library workers from harassment.
Argument againstReviewing older aid rules could take state library staff time away from other work while they check compliance with several laws.
More detail
The Missouri State Library would have to write aid rules that substantially follow federal and state free speech protections and applicable civil rights laws. The requirement would cover rules for distributing Missouri state aid to public libraries. The civil rights laws cover access to places open to the public, protection against discrimination, and protection against workplace harassment. Rules made before July 1, 2026, would have to be reviewed for compliance by August 28, 2028, as otherwise provided by law.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- May 15Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Latest
- Feb 4Read Second Time (H)Minor
- Feb 3Introduced and Read First Time (H)Introduced
Civil Rights & VotingGovernment & Ethics