Kehoe Signs Eight Bills Into Missouri Law

Jefferson City, Mo. (KFMO) - Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed eight pieces of legislation into law, covering issues ranging from public safety and business protections to sewage regulations and state agency operations.

The governor announced the signing of Senate Bills 907, 914, 982, and 1142, along with House Bills 1786, 1866, 1870, and 2180.

“We are proud to sign these bills into law today that protect businesses, improve public safety, and promote efficiency and good governance,” Governor Kehoe said in a statement. “I appreciate the efforts of the members of the General Assembly in sending many pieces of responsible legislation to my desk this session.”

Among the newly signed laws is Senate Bill 907, known as the “Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation,” sponsored by Senator Brad Hudson and Representative Brian Seitz.

Senate Bill 914, sponsored by Senator Kurtis Gregory and Representative Bill Falkner, modifies provisions relating to sewage regulation.

Another measure, Senate Bill 982, sponsored by Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman and Representative Jeff Myers, updates provisions related to Missouri’s sex offender registry.

Senate Bill 1142, sponsored by Senator Brad Hudson and Representative Chris Brown, changes provisions dealing with series limited liability companies.

The governor also signed House Bill 1786, sponsored by Representative John Voss and Senator Kurtis Gregory, which modifies Missouri State Highway Patrol purchasing procedures for motor vehicles, watercraft, motors, and trailers.

House Bill 1866, sponsored by Representative Lane Roberts and Senator David Gregory, changes provisions relating to peace officer training and licensure.

House Bill 1870, sponsored by Representative Lane Roberts and Senator Sandy Crawford, modifies provisions involving garnishments.

The final bill signed, House Bill 2180, sponsored by Representative Dave Griffith and Senator Mike Bernskoetter, changes provisions relating to mail sent by state agencies.

Governor Kehoe said his administration expects to review and sign additional legislation in the coming weeks as the legislative session continues.