HB 2802·MO·house
Creates a new state holiday for election day and requires colleges and universities to close unless used as a polling place
FailedFiled Jan 7, 2026
Sponsor: Yolanda Young
Latest Action
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
May 15, 2026
Summary
The bill adds the general election day to Missouri's list of public holidays, giving state employees the day off. It also mandates that all colleges and universities shut down on that day unless the campus is being used as a polling location. The goal is to increase voter participation while ensuring campuses are available for voting.
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