HB 2044: Provides that a grandparent shall be given priority if it is in the best interest of the child to be placed in the custody of a third party

Missouri · State Legislature · Feb 11, 2026 · Official records

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The official bill description states: Provides that a grandparent shall be given priority if it is in the best interest of the child to be placed in the custody of a third party. The matter remains in process; later action is not implied by the current official record.

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Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City

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Primary source · Bill textIntroduced — HB 2044Missouri House of Representatives · Date not availablePDF Primary source · Official summaryIntroduced — HB 2044Missouri House of Representatives · Date not availablePDF Primary source · Fiscal noteFiscal note — HB 2044Missouri House of Representatives · Date not availablePDF Primary source · Witness formsWitness forms 2-10Missouri House of Representatives · Date not availablePDF

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