Missouri legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri HB1959: Designates several new state holidays
Status: In committee, May 15, 2026
What the bill says
To amend chapter 9, RSMo, by adding thereto three new sections relating to state holidays. Section A. Chapter 9, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto three new sections, to be known as sections 9.390, 9.391, and 9.392, to read as follows: 9.390. The month of June is hereby designated as "Immigrant Heritage Month" in Missouri. The citizens of this state are encouraged to participate in appropriate events and activities to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of immigrants and their children to make Missouri a healthier, safer, more diverse, and more prosperous place. 9.391. October sec.
From the introduced text:
To amend chapter 9, RSMo, by adding thereto three new sections relating to state holidays. Section A. Chapter 9, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto three new sections, to be known as sections 9.390, 9.391, and 9.392, to read as follows: 9.390. The month of June is hereby designated as "Immigrant Heritage Month" in Missouri. The citizens of this state are encouraged to participate in appropriate events and activities to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of immigrants and their children to make Missouri a healthier, safer, more diverse, and more prosperous place. 9.391. October second each year is hereby designated as "Wrongful Conviction Day" in Missouri. The citizens of this state are encouraged to participate in appropriate events and activities to raise awareness about individuals who have been convicted of crimes they did not commit and to focus on the causes of and remedies for wrongful convictions, an issue that affects and devastates individuals, families, and societies worldwide. 9.392. December first each year is hereby designated as "Freeman Bosley, Sr. Day" in Missouri. The citizens of this state are encouraged to participate in appropriate events and activities to celebrate the legendary St. Louis City politician who retired in 2017 after thirty years of service to the city and was an advocate for young people participating in government and engaging in …