Today, an important bill I sponsored took a great step forward. SB 1011 which protects Missouri's Constitution and rule of law was combined with Senator Nick Schroer's SB 977 and voted out of the Judiciary Committee with a vote of 4-2. I'm grateful to the committee members who saw the importance of this issue and helped to move it forward.
The next step is for the Senate Pro Tem to call it out of committee and on to the formal calendar so it can be debated on the senate floor.
What SCS 977 & 1011 Does
This bill is straightforward and necessary. It:
- Prohibits Sharia Law from being adjudicated in Missouri courts
- Prevents international and foreign policies from being implemented in Missouri
- Clearly affirms the US Constitution and Missouri Constitution are the supreme law of the land
Missouri should be governed by Missouri law and United States law - nothing else.
Why This Law Matters Now: Kamal Saleem's Story
I often hear people people say, "This can't happen here."
But across the country we are already seeing situations that raise serious concerns about foreign legal systems and ideologies being normalized in public life. Sharia is not just a religion - it is a legal system.
I interviewed Kamal Saleem, a former Muslim terrorist, who was sent to the United State for civilization jihad. He shares part of his story and explains what Sharia is as well as why it's important to protect our legal system.
If you remember one thing about this issue - remember that Sharia is more than a religion. It's a legal system.
In countries or areas where it is enforced, Sharia governs:
- Family law
- Criminal punishment
- Women's rights
- Religious freedom
Sharia provisions are in direct conflict with the Constitution, including equal protection, due process, and freedom of religion.
This bill ensures those those conflicts never enter Missouri courtrooms.
This is About Protecting Liberty & Freedom
This bill does not ban Islam.
It does not prevent private religious practice.
It does not single out individuals.
SCS 977 & 1011 protects one rule of law for everyone - the Constitution.
What It Does & Why It Matters
My job is simple: protect liberty and freedom for Missourians.
That's why I filed SB 1011, The No Sharia Act.
This bill makes sure that Missouri law comes first - not international laws, international groups, and not religious legal systems from outside the United States. The No Sharia Act makes it clear that international organizations have no authority in Missouri. This includes groups like:
- The World Health Organization (WHO)
- The United Nations (UN)
- The World Economic Forum (WEF)
- Any other international body
Under this bill their laws, their mandates, their policies or rules cannot be enforced in Missouri. Only laws passed by our elected leaders - grounded in our Constitution - apply to Missourians.
No Foreign Law in Missouri Courts
SB 1011 also protects our court system.
It says that foreign law cannot be used in Missouri courts if it infringes on the natural or constitutional rights of another person.
That includes:
- Religious laws used instead of U.S. or Missouri law
- Legal systems from other countries
Protecting Basic Rights
This bill protects natural rights, including:
- Freedom of religion
- Freedom of speech
- Equal protection under the law
- Due process
- Rights involving marriage, children and property
If a foreign law would violate any of these rights, it would not be enforceable in Missouri. That's common sense.
Why This Bill Is Important
Missourians didn't vote for international groups. We didn't approve foreign legal systems. We should never allow them to override our freedoms.
SB 1011 draws a clear line.
- Our God-given natural rights always come first.
- Missouri sovereignty is the priority.
- NO foreign control. Ever.
I will always stand strong for Missouri sovereignty, Missouri values, and liberty for all Missourians.
