08/19/2026
Great news! Effective August 28, 2026, pregnancy no longer is a reason to delay divorce in Missouri. The Missouri legislature enacted House Bill 1908, signed into law on April 7, 2026, which explicitly states that pregnancy status cannot prevent a court from entering a judgment of dissolution of marriage or legal separation. Call Boatright Law at 816-519-0136 or 816-534-9068 with questions! We are here to help!