Bill > HB2182

This bill modifies Missouri state law by reducing the statute of limitations for certain legal actions, particularly personal injury claims, from five years to two years. Specifically, the bill repeals and replaces existing sections of state law (516.120 and 516.140) to shorten the time period in which individuals can file lawsuits for various types of claims. The changes will take effect on August 28, 2026, and impact several categories of legal actions, including personal injury claims, assault and battery cases, false imprisonment, and actions related to uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. The bill maintains the existing two-year limitation for actions like libel, slander, and certain employment-related wage claims, while introducing a new two-year limitation for personal injury and bodily injury cases that occur on or after the effective date. This change means that individuals will have a shorter window to file legal claims, potentially limiting their ability to seek legal recourse for injuries or damages after the specified time has elapsed.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2182&year=2026&code=R