SB 291 - Moon, Mike
Modifies provisions relating to emergency powers
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
0201S.01I
Title
SB 291
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
Effective Date
August 28, 2023
Current Status
Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 291 - This act provides that funds from the Missouri Disaster Fund may be used for an emergency or the designation of a disaster area, as defined in the act, declared by the governor in his or her emergency declaration.
This act also requires that any emergency be limited to the least restrictive geographic area and in the least intrusive means possible. This act limits emergencies proclaimed by the Governor to 10 days unless extended by resolution of the General Assembly for no more than 30 days.
Emergencies may also be declared by a joint resolution of the General Assembly. Joint Resolutions to declare or extend an emergency must be passed by a 2/3 majority of the members of the General Assembly.
This act is identical to SB 844 (2022), SB 502 (2021), and SB 652 (2003).
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