HJR 114 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Proposes a constitutional amendment to assert the right of parents to participate in and direct the education of their children free from government interference

HJR 114 proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri's Article I, adding Section 37 that would guarantee parents the fundamental right to direct their child's education without government interference. It specifically ensures parents can homeschool or educate children outside public schools without any government regulations, restrictions, or record-keeping requirements - even if they receive state funding or assistance. The amendment also requires public schools to provide transparent access to curricula and lesson plans via their publicly accessible websites. This proposal must be approved by Missouri voters in the 2026 general election to become part of the state constitution.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 1, 2025 Last action Jan 8, 2026
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Referred: Elementary and Secondary Education(H)
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Dec 1, 2025
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Mike Costlow
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