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HB 3047

Prohibits a landlord from evicting a tenant who is a veteran unless illegal conduct occurs on the premises

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jeremy Dean and 1 co-sponsor

Missouri bill prohibits landlord evictions of veteran tenants except for illegal conduct, restricting property rights to strengthen housing security for vulnerable population.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Bill Summary · HB 3047

Legislative bill overview

HB 3047 prohibits landlords in Missouri from evicting tenants who are veterans except in cases where illegal conduct occurs on the premises. The bill creates a special protected class for veteran tenants, restricting eviction grounds that would normally be available to landlords for other tenants, such as non-payment of rent, lease violations, or end-of-lease non-renewal.

Why is this important

Veterans face disproportionately high rates of homelessness and housing instability. This bill attempts to address housing security for this population by providing stronger legal protections against eviction. However, it fundamentally alters the landlord-tenant relationship and property rights balance in Missouri.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord property rights: Restricts a property owner's ability to enforce lease terms (non-payment, lease violations) or decline to renew leases, raising constitutional property rights concerns and potentially discouraging rental property investment.
  • Definition and verification challenges: The bill doesn't specify how landlords verify veteran status or define "illegal conduct," creating enforcement ambiguity and potential disputes over what qualifies as disqualifying conduct.
  • Market effects: May incentivize landlords to avoid renting to veterans or require higher deposits/fees to offset eviction risk, potentially harming the very population the bill intends to protect.
  • Scope limitations: Only addresses eviction prevention without addressing root causes like income support, mental health services, or substance abuse treatment that contribute to housing instability.

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

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