Creates new provisions relating to illegal immigrants
SB 1338 creates a new state criminal offense for entering Missouri while violating federal immigration law (specifically, 8 U.S.C. § 1325, which prohibits unauthorized entry into the U.S.). If convicted, individuals face a $100,000 fine and a mandatory order of removal from the state. The bill also allows courts to dismiss charges and issue removal orders without a full trial upon request. This law directly affects non-citizens who enter Missouri without federal authorization under U.S. immigration law.
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 Jan 27, 2026
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Curtis Trent
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