StateMissouri

HB 1696: Modifies provisions relating to the right of sepulcher

Mazzie ChristensenIntroduced

HB 1696 status: Introduced — Delivered to Secretary of State (G) (updated Jul 13, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score50/100 civic fit
RiskHigh risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

Modifies provisions relating to the right of sepulcher. Currently in House.

Key analysis

Constitutionality50%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental impact identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental impact identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No material economic impact identified

Risks

  • No material economic impact identified

Society

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Potentially clarifies legal rights in sensitive family law disputes
  • Addresses procedural clarity regarding funeral and burial rights

Risks

  • Could complicate existing guardianship or family hierarchy rules
  • Requires careful navigation of existing interpersonal legal conflicts
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Delivered to Secretary of State (G)

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
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Enacted

Upcoming
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