Bill > HB2086

This bill modifies the existing law regarding attorneys' continuing legal education (CLE) requirements in Missouri by prohibiting mandatory CLE credits focused exclusively on topics of bias, diversity, inclusion, or cultural competency. Specifically, the bill amends Section 484.040 of the Missouri Revised Statutes to add two new subsections: the first confirms the Supreme Court's existing exclusive authority to admit and license attorneys, and the second explicitly states that attorneys cannot be compelled to obtain CLE credits that are solely dedicated to exploring issues of bias, diversity, inclusion, or cultural competency. The bill further clarifies that these provisions will take precedence over any conflicting Missouri Supreme Court rules related to continuing legal education, ensuring that attorneys cannot be required to complete credits in these specific topic areas. This legislation appears to be aimed at preventing what some might perceive as mandatory ideological training within the legal profession's ongoing education requirements.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2086&year=2026&code=R