MissouriMissouri voters would decide how the state recognizes marriages
Missouri voters would decide whether marriages between two people could be recognized regardless of gender, at the November 2026 general election or a governor-called special election.
What it does
Missouri voters would decide whether the state recognizes marriages between two people regardless of gender. The change would take effect only if voters approve it.
Argument forIf voters approve the amendment, couples could have marriages recognized in Missouri regardless of their genders.
Argument againstVoters who favor the current gender-specific definition might oppose removing it from Missouri’s Constitution.
More detail
The proposed amendment would make a marriage between two people valid and recognized in Missouri, regardless of gender. It would apply to marriages seeking recognition as valid in Missouri. The amendment would take effect only if voters adopt it. Voters would decide at the November 2026 general election or at a special election called by the governor.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- May 15Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Latest
- Jan 15Read Second Time (H)Minor
- Jan 14Introduced and Read First Time (H)Introduced
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