Unaccompanied minors bill dies in Emerging Issues Committee
05/15/2026, Missouri, Legislation, Immigration
In 2026, the Missouri House of Representatives introduced HB 3159, which would have required appointment of counsel for unaccompanied minors for “any order necessary for or relevant to immigration remedies, federal immigration proceedings, any related appearances or matters.” Unfortunately, the bill died in the House Emerging Issues Committee.
Several states introduced legislation during the 2026 session related to immigration. To read more about immigration in the Trump era, check out The right to counsel in immigration cases.
Bill Status: Dead
Last action (on 05/15/2026): Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
