Modifies provisions for voter qualifications

HB 790 modifies Missouri's voter qualification rules by allowing residents aged 17 years and six months or older to register to vote, with eligibility to cast ballots in elections occurring on or after their 18th birthday. The bill also removes voting rights for individuals: (1) incarcerated under a prison sentence, (2) on felony probation/parole until discharge, or (3) convicted of a felony or misdemeanor related to voting rights. It requires all voters to register in their residence jurisdiction before the deadline, except as specified by federal law or other state provisions. The bill passed committee unanimously in the House (10-0) and is now moving forward in the legislative process.