HB 2678 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Establishes provisions relating to parole hearings for certain offenders

HB 2678 creates a process for parole hearings for offenders who were adolescents (18-21 years old) when they committed their crimes and are serving 25+ year sentences. It requires the parole board to grant a hearing after 15 years of incarceration, mandating an institutional parole officer to investigate rehabilitation efforts (including work, programs, and behavior) and prepare a report. The bill also requires 12 months' written notice to victims or their families about the hearing, including their right to attend and provide input. If parole is granted, offenders face 3-10 years of supervised release (depending on offense type), and denied parole applicants must wait 3 years for a second hearing.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 5, 2026 Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Jan 5, 2026
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Michael Johnson
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