Sending money abroad could require proof of legal status under Missouri bills

By: Abigail Didonna, Peter Pynadath

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 1,206

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Two bills that target immigrants who send money out of the country are currently moving through the Missouri House and Senate.

Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Ben Keathley, a Republican from Chesterfield, and state Sen. Nick Schroer, a Republican from Defiance, seeks to require financial institutions verify the immigration status of individuals sending electronic money transfers to recipients outside of the United States.

Financial institutions in the state would not be permitted to transfer money …

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