StateMissouri

HB 2292: Modifies provisions relating to abuse and neglect reporting, including a requirement to report companion animal abuse

Holly JonesIntroduced

HB 2292 status: Introduced — Delivered to Secretary of State (G) (updated Jul 13, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score70/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 45/100

Bill summary

Official

Modifies provisions relating to abuse and neglect reporting, including a requirement to report companion animal abuse. Currently in House.

Key analysis

Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan65%
Public opinion75%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Positive Outlook
70%

Benefits

  • Provides additional protections for domestic animals
  • Encourages earlier intervention in cases of abuse

Risks

  • Reporting mandates could create administrative overhead for animal welfare agencies

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct economic benefit identified

Risks

  • No direct economic risk identified

Society

Positive Outlook
70%

Benefits

  • Strengthens the link between animal cruelty and domestic safety reporting
  • Aligns reporting requirements for professionals with modern welfare standards

Risks

  • Adds potential reporting burdens for healthcare and social service professionals
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Limitation

Analysis based on bill abstract; full statutory text not reviewed

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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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