HB 739 Missouri House · 2025 Regular Session

Modifies provisions governing nuisance actions in home rule cities

HB 739 modifies Missouri's legal process for nuisance lawsuits in specific home rule cities. It allows property owners within 1,200 feet of a nuisance property or neighborhood organizations (as defined in the bill) to file lawsuits seeking damages or court-ordered fixes. The bill requires a 60-day written notice to the property owner and tenant (via certified mail or posting if undeliverable) before filing, and mandates expedited court handling of these cases. It applies to home rule cities with populations between 160,000-200,000 or over 350,000, or cities outside counties. The changes replace outdated sections of law to clarify who may initiate nuisance actions and streamline the process.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 7, 2025 Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Jan 7, 2025
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Bill Owen
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