HB 2728 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Establishes the "Missouri Voter Fraud Prevention Act"

HB 2728 establishes automatic voter registration for eligible Missouri residents through state agencies like the DMV, social services, universities, and housing authorities. When individuals interact with these agencies (e.g., applying for a driver’s license, unemployment benefits, or university enrollment), they are automatically registered to vote unless they actively opt out within 45 days. The bill requires agencies to submit personal details (name, address, date of birth, etc.) to the Secretary of State monthly, who then sends a notice explaining the registration and opt-out process. It updates penalties for intentional voter fraud but focuses primarily on expanding registration access rather than preventing fraud. The law does not require voter ID for registration or voting.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 6, 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 6, 2026
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LaDonna Appelbaum
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