HB 2322 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Establishes the "Youthful Offender Sentencing Reform and Accountability Act"

This bill prohibits life without parole sentences for individuals under 20 at the time of their offense, except in cases involving multiple victims, extreme cruelty, or evidence of adult-level planning. It requires courts to consider youth-related factors like rehabilitation potential and maturity when sentencing, and sets a 25-year maximum confinement period for non-exceptional cases. Current inmates under 20 serving life without parole must receive parole reviews within two years of August 28, 2026. Victims and families gain the right to participate in parole hearings and submit input during these proceedings.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 10, 2025 Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Dec 10, 2025
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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