HJR 160 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Proposes a new constitutional amendment that limits the powers of corporations

HJR 160 proposes a Missouri constitutional amendment banning corporations, nonprofits, LLCs, and other business entities from engaging in election or ballot initiative activities (like funding political campaigns or ballot measures). It revokes all existing corporate powers except those necessary for business or charitable operations, requiring entities violating this ban to forfeit special benefits like limited liability. The amendment takes effect after December 3, 2026, and explicitly excludes news media from the ban if operating independently of candidates or parties. This would directly affect all incorporated entities operating in Missouri.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 7, 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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Jeremy Dean
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