Proposes a constitutional amendment allowing ex post facto laws to be enacted if the laws involve civil child sexual abuse claims

HJR 58 proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri's Constitution that would allow retroactive civil laws specifically for child sexual abuse claims. Currently, Missouri's constitution prohibits ex post facto laws (laws applying retroactively), but this amendment would create an exception for civil cases involving child sexual abuse. If approved by voters in 2026, it would permit courts to apply new laws retroactively to such civil cases, potentially allowing victims to seek remedies under newer legal standards for past incidents. This change would directly affect individuals involved in civil lawsuits related to historical child sexual abuse claims. The amendment requires voter approval and does not affect criminal prosecutions.