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HB 2047

Creates provisions relating to expungement

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kimberly-Ann Collins and 2 co-sponsors

Missouri HB 2047 modifies criminal record expungement eligibility and procedures, advancing criminal justice reform with unanimous House committee approval.

HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 14 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
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Bill Summary · HB 2047

Legislative bill overview

HB 2047 modifies Missouri's expungement laws, which allow individuals to have certain criminal records sealed or removed from public view. The bill passed out of House committee with unanimous support (14-0) in February 2026. The specific provisions have not been detailed in the available information, but the legislation relates to expanding or modifying who can petition for expungement and under what circumstances.

Why is this important

Expungement laws directly affect employment, housing, education, and loan opportunities for individuals with prior convictions. Changes to these provisions impact both formerly incarcerated individuals seeking second chances and public safety considerations around access to criminal history information. This is a high-priority criminal justice reform area with bipartisan attention.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of eligible offenses: Disagreement likely exists over which crime categories qualify for expungement (violent crimes, drug offenses, misdemeanors vs. felonies)
  • Timeline requirements: Tension between how long individuals must wait after conviction before requesting expungement versus public safety interests in maintaining records
  • Access to records: Questions about whether law enforcement, employers, or other entities retain access to expunged records even if the public cannot view them

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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