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Missouri Governor Signs Bill to Expedite Divorces for Abused Women

4/8/2026

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Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed HB 1908 on April 7, 2026, to let pregnant women finalize divorces without delays, as the legislature passed the bill unanimously to protect women in abusive relationships.
Rep. Cecelie Williams, a domestic violence survivor and sponsor, emphasized the change for those silenced by abuse.
Kehoe also signed juvenile justice reforms and anti-sex trafficking measures, including longer sentences for crimes and protections for children.

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Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed HB 1908 on April 7, 2026, to let pregnant women finalize divorces without delays, as the legislature passed the bill unanimously to protect women in abusive relationships.
Rep. Cecelie Williams, a domestic violence survivor and sponsor, emphasized the change for those silenced by abuse.
Kehoe also signed juvenile justice reforms and anti-sex trafficking measures, including longer sentences for crimes and protections for children.