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HB 3251·MO·house

Provides certain immunity to a political subdivision that operates a newborn safety incubator or accepts physical custody of a child placed in a newborn safety incubator

FailedFiled Feb 10, 2026
Sponsor: Sherri Gallick
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

May 15, 2026

Summary

The measure shields political subdivisions from civil, criminal and administrative liability when they operate a newborn safety incubator or take custody of a surrendered infant. It also prevents parents who voluntarily leave a child under 90 days old in an incubator from being prosecuted and keeps their identities confidential. The bill was referred to Emerging Issues and ultimately failed to pass.

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