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HCR 50

Rejects the Obergefell v. Hodges decision and calls upon the Supreme Court of the United States to reverse Obergefell v. Hodges

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Burt Whaley

Missouri resolution calls for Supreme Court to reverse same-sex marriage ruling, risking legal status of millions of married couples and federal protections.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
#domesticrelations #familylaw #federal-staterelations #marriageanddivorce
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Bill Summary · HCR 50

Legislative bill overview

HCR 50 is a non-binding concurrent resolution from Missouri that formally rejects the 2015 Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges (which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide) and urges the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse that decision. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the state legislature's position but has no direct legal force.

Why is this important

This bill is significant because it represents a direct legislative challenge to established constitutional law affecting millions of Americans. If the Supreme Court were to reverse Obergefell, same-sex marriage rights would revert to individual states, potentially invalidating marriages in numerous jurisdictions and creating legal uncertainty for married couples.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional authority: Whether a state resolution can meaningfully petition the Supreme Court or if this represents legislative overreach into judicial matters
  • Practical impact on existing marriages: Reversal would affect legally married same-sex couples' federal benefits, hospital visitation rights, tax status, and legal protections
  • Broader implications: Signals potential legislative intent to restrict LGBTQ+ rights if federal protections are weakened, affecting employment, housing, and other areas

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

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