SB 1053 - Trent, Curtis
Removes availability of attorney fees under the Missouri Human Rights Act when a public employer is involved
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
4699S.01I
Title
SB 1053
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2026
Committee
Current Status
Hearing Conducted S General Laws Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 1053 - The Missouri Human Rights Act (MHRA) currently allows a prevailing party in any civil action brought pursuant to that chapter to be awarded court costs and reasonable attorney fees. This act only permits court costs and reasonable attorney fees in cases not involving a public employer, as that term is defined in the act.
This act is identical to SB 717 (2025) and HB 1145 (2025).
SCOTT SVAGERA