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SB 1250

Modifies provisions relating to spousal maintenance

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Gregory

SB 1250 modifies Missouri spousal maintenance law, currently in committee review without publicly available details on specific changes to alimony provisions.

Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1250

Legislative bill overview

SB 1250 modifies Missouri's spousal maintenance (alimony) laws, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been referred to the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee for review.

Why is this important

Spousal maintenance laws directly affect divorce settlements and financial obligations between former spouses, impacting thousands of Missouri residents annually. Changes to these provisions could alter eligibility requirements, payment amounts, duration of payments, or modification procedures that affect both paying and receiving spouses.

Potential points of contention

  • Income and calculation methods – Disagreement over how spousal income is calculated and what factors determine maintenance amounts
  • Duration and termination – Debate over whether maintenance should be temporary, permanent, or tied to specific milestones like remarriage
  • Gender-neutral application – Ensuring provisions apply equally regardless of which spouse pays or receives maintenance

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

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