Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to certain sexual offenses involving children

HJR 26 proposes a constitutional amendment in Missouri that would mandate life imprisonment without parole for first-degree sexual trafficking of a child, defining "life" as incarceration for the offender's natural life. This change would directly affect individuals convicted of the most severe child sex trafficking offenses under current law. The amendment, if approved by voters, would alter sentencing requirements by eliminating parole or probation eligibility for these specific crimes. The bill has passed the Missouri House of Representatives but requires voter approval in a future election to become part of the state constitution.