Missouri Lawmakers Take A Stand- Senate Votes To End Child Marriage Statewide

Missouri Lawmakers Take A Stand- Senate Votes To End Child Marriage Statewide

In a decisive move to protect minors, the Missouri Senate has passed legislation prohibiting marriage for individuals under 18 without exceptions. This bipartisan effort reflects growing concerns about the implications of child marriage on health, education, and overall well-being.​ Current Legal Framework and Proposed Changes Under existing Missouri law, 16 and 17-year-olds can marry with … Read more