Executive Order 26-11, World Cup Preparation, Kansas City
Summary
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-11 to activate the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan and deploy the Missouri National Guard in support of the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches coming to Kansas City. The order enables state agencies to coordinate directly with local jurisdictions to expedite assistance and support security operations throughout associated events. The executive order expires on July 31, 2026.
What changed
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-11 on April 13, 2026, activating the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan and authorizing Missouri National Guard deployment to support local law enforcement during FIFA World Cup 2026 events in Kansas City. The order enables direct coordination between state agencies and local jurisdictions to manage operational demands associated with hosting six World Cup matches and related festivities.
The executive order does not impose compliance obligations on private businesses or regulated entities. It is primarily an administrative action facilitating intergovernmental coordination and resource deployment for event management and public safety. Affected parties should note the order's expiration date of July 31, 2026, as the operational support framework will terminate after that date.
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Governor Kehoe Signs Executive Order 26-11 in Preparation for FIFA World Cup Response
April 13, 2026
Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-11, in preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches and events coming to Kansas City this summer.
Under this order, the Missouri State Emergency Operations Plan has been activated, which enables state agencies to coordinate directly with local jurisdictions to expedite assistance. The order also activates the Missouri National Guard to assist local law enforcement with security operations throughout associated events.
"In just under 60 days, Kansas City will have its defining moment on the world stage as America’s Soccer Capital, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors and fans to six World Cup matches and surrounding festivities, watch parties, and related events," said Governor Kehoe. "The FIFA World Cup will have an incredible statewide impact, both in economic activity and public safety collaboration and coordination. While public safety partners are already coordinating to support World Cup events in the Kansas City region, this executive order allows the State of Missouri to support local jurisdictions with the operational demands and circumstances associated with hosting events of this magnitude."
The signing comes after today's productive discussion between federal, state, and local public safety leaders in the Governor's Office. To watch today's press conference with Governor Kehoe, FBI Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey, KCPD Chief Stacey Graves, and KC2026 CEO Pam Kramer on security preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, visit this link.
Executive Order 26-11 will expire on July 31, 2026. To view the order, visit this link.
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