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SR 982

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2026 Regular Session

The resolution authorizes the Missouri Senate Chamber use for a one-day mock legislative session by Missouri Girls State leaders and participants.

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Bill Summary · SR 982

Summary of Senate Resolution No. 982 (Session 2026, Missouri)

Purpose and Intent

  • SR 982 is a Senate resolution authorizing a specific use of the Missouri Senate Chamber.
  • The resolution acknowledges the longstanding Missouri tradition of supporting youth citizenship and leadership programs, specifically highlighting the Missouri Girls State program run by the American Legion Auxiliary.
  • The core intent is to grant permission for a mock legislative session to be conducted in the Senate Chamber as part of the Missouri Girls State program.

Key Provisions

  • Permission Granted: The Missouri Senate grants authorization for the adult leaders and participants of Missouri Girls State to use the Senate Chamber.
  • Date, Time, and Setting: The mock legislative session is scheduled to take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on June 25, 2026.
  • Activities Authorized: The mock session includes swearing in mock legislative officials and conducting a simulated legislative session within the Senate Chamber.
  • Location: The event is to be held in the Missouri Senate Chamber at the State Capitol.

Affected Parties and Entities

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Participants and adult leaders of the Missouri Girls State program, organized by the American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Missouri.
  • Governmental Facility: The Missouri Senate Chamber, State Capitol, as the venue for the mock session.
  • Broader Purpose: The resolution promotes youth education in government, civics, and the legislative process by providing a realistic, hands-on experience.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Action History: The resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 23, 2026.
  • Effective Scope: Specifies a single-day usage (June 25, 2026) and a defined time window (8:00 am–5:00 pm) for the event.
  • Formal Process: This is a ceremonial/permission-based resolution, not a bill proposing new laws or appropriations. It authorizes the use of Senate facilities for a planned activity.

Potential Impact

  • Educational Value: Enhances understanding of government processes for participating youth and boosts civic engagement.
  • Public Accessibility: Demonstrates the Legislature’s support for youth programs and could encourage broader participation in civics education.
  • Security and Logistics: Although not detailed in the resolution, conducting a mock session in the Senate Chamber would require standard facility coordination (security, seating, acoustics, scheduling) for the event.

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

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