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HB 2466

Makes the addresses of state elected officials confidential and not public records

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Jones

Bill reclassifies Missouri state officials' home addresses from public to confidential records, citing security concerns but reducing government transparency.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Bill Summary · HB 2466

Legislative bill overview

HB 2466 would reclassify the home addresses of Missouri state elected officials from public records to confidential information, removing them from public disclosure requirements. The bill appears designed to protect the personal safety and privacy of legislators and other state officials by preventing easy access to their residential locations.

Why is this important

This directly affects government transparency and the public's traditional right to access information about elected representatives. It also reflects real concerns about threats and harassment toward public officials, which have increased in recent years. The tension between security and transparency is a fundamental issue in democratic governance.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency vs. Security tradeoff: Supporters argue officials need protection from harassment and violence; critics contend that secrecy around elected officials' locations undermines accountability and public oversight.
  • Selective transparency: Opponents may argue that if officials' addresses become private, other financial disclosures or contact information should also be reconsidered, creating inconsistent transparency standards.
  • Enforcement challenges: Questions exist about whether this can actually be enforced when addresses are already public through property records, voter registration databases, and other sources outside government control.

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

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