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This bill, titled the "Missouri Building Codes Act," establishes a statewide framework for building codes, mandating that new state facilities constructed on or after August 28, 2026, must comply with these codes. It also requires state agencies that conduct building inspections to adhere to the same inspection standards. The Act defines key terms like "agricultural building" (structures solely for agricultural purposes), "authority having jurisdiction" (entities like counties, fire districts, or municipalities responsible for building codes), and clarifies what constitutes a "code" within this context, focusing on construction, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire prevention regulations. It allows any "authority having jurisdiction" to adopt these codes by reference, provided they are properly filed and made available for public inspection for at least 90 days before adoption. The bill also establishes the "Missouri Building Codes Commission" within the Department of Commerce and Insurance, composed of various appointed members representing different sectors of the construction industry, to oversee the implementation and amendment of these codes. The commission will have advisory committees for residential and specialized codes, and its powers include maintaining records of inspectors, providing training information, hiring staff, and offering technical assistance. Fees will be established for construction and occupancy permits, with a portion remitted to a dedicated "Missouri Building Codes Fund" to support the program. The Act specifies that agricultural buildings are exempt from these codes unless repurposed for non-agricultural use.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB3466&year=2026&code=R