Missouri legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri HB2139: Prohibits application of foreign laws in Missouri
Status: In committee, April 23, 2026
What the bill says
To amend chapters 506 and 508, RSMo, by adding thereto two new sections relating to application of foreign law. Section A. Chapters 506 and 508, RSMo, are amended by adding thereto two new sections, to be known as sections 506.602 and 508.074, to read as follows: 506.602. 1. As used in this section, the term "foreign law, legal code, or system" shall mean any legal framework from a jurisdiction outside of any state or territory of the United States, including international organizations and tribunals. 2. Except as provided in subsection 3 of this section, application of any foreign law, legal.
From the amended text:
To amend chapters 506 and 508, RSMo, by adding thereto two new sections relating to application of foreign law. Section A. Chapters 506 and 508, RSMo, are amended by adding thereto two new sections, to be known as sections 506.602 and 508.074, to read as follows: 506.602. 1. As used in this section, the term "foreign law, legal code, or system" shall mean any legal framework from a jurisdiction outside of any state or territory of the United States, including international organizations and tribunals. 2. Except as provided in subsection 3 of this section, application of any foreign law, legal code, or system that denies the parties the fundamental liberties, rights, and privileges guaranteed under the Constitution of the United States or the Constitution of Missouri shall be prohibited. Any legal document or court decision that purports to apply any such foreign law, legal code, or system shall be void and unenforceable. 3. The provisions of this section shall not be construed (2) Limit adjudication of ecclesiastical matters of a religious organization, including the selection, appointment, discipline, or removal of clergy or interpretation of doctrine; (3) Apply to corporations, partnerships, or associations that voluntarily subject themselves to foreign law or courts; or (4) Apply where federal law preempts state law, including obligations under treaties or international agreements. EXPLANATION -- Matter …