HJR 70 Missouri House · 2025 Regular Session

Proposes a constitutional amendment that changes a valid marriage from a marriage between a man and a woman to two persons regardless of their genders

HJR 70 proposes amending Missouri's state constitution to redefine marriage as "two persons regardless of their genders," replacing the current definition of marriage between "a man and a woman." This constitutional amendment would require voter approval in a statewide election, likely held after November 2026. If adopted, it would directly affect all Missouri residents by changing the legal definition of marriage under state law.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 23, 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 23, 2025
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Michael Burton
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