Prohibits the establishment of new charter schools in St. Louis City beginning August 28, 2026

Education

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Sponsor: May, Karla; House handler: N/A
Last action: 2026-01-15
Official status: Second Read and Referred S Education Committee
Effective date: 2026-08-28

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Bill History

2026-01-15 S187
Second Read and Referred S Education Committee
2026-01-07 S60
S First Read
2025-12-01 Missouri House of Representatives and Missouri Senate
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SB 1097 - Beginning August 28, 2026, this act prohibits the establishment of new charter schools in St. Louis City. The provisions of the act shall not apply to the renewal of charter contracts or transfers of sponsorship for any charter school established in St. Louis City prior to August 28, 2026.

This act is identical to SB 693 (2025).
OLIVIA SHANNON