Provides that retrospective laws may be enacted for civil childhood sexual abuse claims

HJR 130 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow Missouri to pass retrospective civil laws specifically for childhood sexual abuse claims. It would amend the state constitution to create an exception to the general ban on retrospective laws, permitting lawsuits for past abuse to be filed even if the statute of limitations had expired. This change would directly affect victims of childhood sexual abuse in Missouri who may now pursue civil cases for historical incidents. The amendment requires voter approval through a statewide referendum, as it is a constitutional change, not an immediate law. If approved, it would enable victims to seek civil remedies for past abuse that were previously time-barred.