Modifies provisions relating to sexually oriented businesses
This bill updates the legal definitions and regulations surrounding sexually oriented businesses in Missouri, specifically clarifying terms like "adult cabaret," "nudity," and "sexually oriented materials." It establishes stricter rules for business classification by setting a revenue threshold of thirty percent or less to presume a business is not sexually oriented, while also defining specific criminal activities and sexual acts that trigger nuisance ordinances. The legislation further restricts advertising by prohibiting exterior signs for these establishments within one mile of any state highway, with limited exceptions for businesses already located near such roads. These changes directly affect nightclub owners, performers, and operators who sell sexually oriented goods by altering how their businesses are categorized and regulated under state law.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 4, 2024
Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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Referred: General Laws(H)
lower
Jan 4, 2024
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
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P
Bennie Cook
RRepublican
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