Missouri House Bill HR4125

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/5/26
• Refer: 2/5/26
• Report Pass: 2/25/26

Caption

Grants use of the House Chamber to multiple schools located within Missouri House District 68 on April 20, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for presentation of Glory Awards

Summary

House Resolution 4125 is a ceremonial resolution that authorizes the use of the Missouri House Chamber for a specific event on April 20, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is the presentation of the “Glory of Missouri” Awards to students from multiple schools located in Missouri House District 68. The resolution also requires Representative Kem Smith, or a designee, to be present and responsible for the group during the event. The resolution sets out detailed rules for conduct in the chamber during the event. Participants must preserve the dignity and honor of the House, dress appropriately, and behave respectfully. It prohibits food, drinks, smoking, banners, wall hangings, and the use of equipment such as computers or phones on the dais and rostrum area. Access to the dais is limited to the Speaker’s podium for speaking, and access behind the rostrum is prohibited.

Impact

HR 4125 does not change substantive state law or amend any statutes. Its effect is limited to granting temporary permission to use the House Chamber for a school awards presentation and establishing conditions for that use. The practical impact is on House operations, chamber access, and event logistics for the participating schools, students, and the sponsoring representative.

Sentiment

The available record suggests broadly positive and noncontroversial sentiment. The resolution is honorary and educational in nature, recognizing student achievement and the civic values associated with the “Glory of Missouri” awards. Its reported do-pass status in the House indicates support, and there is no recorded committee debate, opposition, or vote history showing disagreement.

Contention

No notable policy contention appears in the available materials. The only potentially sensitive issues are procedural and decorum-related: who is responsible for the event, how the chamber may be used, and restrictions on conduct, photography, banners, food, drinks, smoking, and access to restricted areas. These provisions appear designed to protect chamber decorum rather than reflect substantive disagreement.