SJR 72 – Defines person in relation to the equal protection of laws

• Sponsor: Moon
• LR Number: 5127S.01I
• Committee: Emerging Issues and Professional Registration
• Last Action: 1/27/2026 - Second Read and Referred S Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Committee
• Journal Page: S246
• Effective Date: Upon voter approval

Current Bill Summary

SJR 72 - This constitutional amendment, if approved by the voters, modifies the equal protection provision of the Missouri Constitution to define "person" as every human being with a unique DNA code regardless of age, including an unborn child. Nothing in the Constitution shall be construed to secure or protect a right to abortion or the funding of an abortion.

This constitutional amendment is identical to SJR 8 (2025) and HJR 89 (2024).

SARAH HASKINS

Amendments

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