SB 1282 Missouri Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Designates "Missouri" as the official state promotional song

SB 1282 designates the song "Missouri," written by Musician 1st Class Kenny Ray Horton, as Missouri's official state promotional song. This bill directly affects the state government by establishing this specific song for promotional purposes, such as tourism or state branding. The legislation requires no changes to existing laws or funding and simply names the song for official use. As a ceremonial designation, it has no substantive policy impact beyond symbolic recognition.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2025 Last action Feb 24, 2026
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Feb 24, 2026
Upper · Passed
Voted Do Pass S Progress and Development Committee
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Feb 3, 2026
Upper · Passed
Hearing Conducted S Progress and Development Committee
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Dec 1, 2025
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Jill Carter
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