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HB 2889·MO·house

Modifies the offense of delivery of a controlled substance causing death

FailedFiled Jan 8, 2026
Sponsor: Brad Pollitt
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Reported Do Pass (H)

Mar 4, 2026

Summary

The bill makes it a Class A felony for anyone who distributes a Schedule I or II drug, knowing it is mixed with another controlled substance, if a death results. It also bars the defense that the victim’s own use or consent caused the death. The measure targets drug dealers and seeks to increase accountability for lethal drug mixtures.

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