Establishes the Missouri declaration and bylaws modernization act

HB 3176, the Missouri Declaration and Bylaws Modernization Act, updates rules for homeowners' associations (HOAs), condominium associations, and cooperative housing in Missouri. It establishes clearer processes for amending governing documents (like bylaws or declarations), including automatic approval if no objection is received from 20% of members within 60 days. The bill also shortens deadlines for legal challenges to amendments (1 year for declarations, 6 months for bylaws) and allows HOAs to pursue unpaid dues in small claims court without legal representation. These changes apply to events occurring after January 1, 2027, and directly affect HOAs managing residential communities statewide.