This substitute sets a standard format for documents which are recorded by a county recorder of deeds. The new standard format also applies to the Recorder of Deeds for the City of St. Louis. No impact on state funds.
Supporters say that the bill allows records to be recorded in a standard format.
Those who oppose the bill say that builders of homes need to record different size documents. Many documents are required to be recorded by other agencies. These agencies require the recording of documents that do not comply with the proposed law. The bill should allow more time for compliance. Testifying against the bill was St. Louis Builders Association.