Bill > HB1416

This bill establishes the "Fundamental Freedom from Government Act" in Missouri. It prohibits the state or any political subdivision from infringing on or unnecessarily restricting citizens' fundamental rights to freely exercise religion and keep and bear arms. The bill requires strict scrutiny for any restrictions on these rights, including during declared emergencies. It also establishes strict scrutiny for restrictions on personal privacy and free exercise of religious beliefs regarding access to intimate facilities like restrooms. The bill protects the fundamental right of citizens to keep and bear arms, ammunition, and accessories, with some exceptions. It allows for declaratory relief and recovery of attorney's fees for prevailing parties in legal actions under this law.