Missouri Bills

This bill, titled SRM 1, has not yet been assigned a specific title or detailed description in available records. It was first read in the Senate on May 14, 2026, with additional miscellaneous actions recorded on May 15, 2026. Because the official abstract and summary are unavailable, the specific provisions, affected parties, and policy changes cannot be identified at this time.

SR 984 - This resolution modifies Senate Rule 96 to provide that, no later than January 1, 2027, the Senate shall provide an audio and video feed of its proceedings on the website of the Senate. JIM ERTLE

This bill changes two Senate rules (28 and 47) that govern how the Senate reviews the financial impact of proposed laws. It affects Senate staff and members responsible for budget analyses, but does not alter any actual laws or policies. The changes are procedural, focusing on internal Senate processes for fiscal reviews.

SR 566 modifies Senate Rules 84 and 85 to adjust the process for a "motion for the previous question," which is a procedural motion used to end debate and force an immediate vote on a bill. This change directly affects how Senate floor discussions are managed during legislative sessions. The bill focuses solely on altering the specific parliamentary rules governing this motion, without creating new policy or impacting external groups. As a procedural resolution, it does not advance substantive legislation but streamlines internal Senate operations.

SR 567 is a procedural Senate resolution modifying Rule 52. It requires certain bills to remain on the Senate calendar for one full day before the chamber can vote on them. This rule change applies directly to the Senate leadership and members when handling specific legislative proposals. The bill does not alter policy content but adds a mandatory waiting period for procedural review. (Procedural bill; summary kept to 3 sentences as requested.)

HCR 53 is a non-binding resolution passed by the Missouri House of Representatives condemning former President Donald Trump for disseminating racially offensive imagery depicting the Obamas as apes. It formally expresses disapproval of his actions and the dehumanizing content, which the resolution links to historical racial discrimination against Black Americans. The resolution instructs the Chief Clerk to prepare and send a signed copy to President Trump. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group through policy changes.

HB 7 allocates $9.04 million for Missouri's Department of Economic Development to fund regional engagement, minority inclusion programs, and business recruitment for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It also includes a $10 million one-time appropriation for highway maintenance on Route MM near I-44. The bill directs specific funding to existing state departments and programs, with all money to be spent only as permitted under Missouri's constitution. This is a routine funding allocation, not a new policy.

HB 17 appropriates $12.9 million in state funds for capital improvement projects across Missouri's education system for fiscal year 2025-2026. It directly affects specific schools and programs, including facility upgrades at Special Acres School for the Severely Disabled ($1.59M), Autumn Hill State School ($2.09M), career technical schools in cities of 36,500-40,000 population ($220K), and a disability learning center ($2.10M), among others. The funding comes from General Revenue and Budget Stabilization Funds and is designated as one-time spending, meaning it does not increase future annual budgets. All projects reference previously authorized funding from earlier legislative sessions (e.g., HB 2017, HB 2).

HB 10 allocates nearly $40 million in state funds for Missouri's mental health and health services during fiscal year 2025-2026. It directly funds the Department of Mental Health, Department of Health and Senior Services, and the Missouri Health Facilities Review Committee to cover staff salaries, equipment, program operations, and specific initiatives like contracted staffing at facilities including Fulton State Hospital. Key provisions include $26.98 million for contracted staffing at mental health facilities (one-time), $3.49 million for an electronic health record system, and $1.4 million for overtime pay. All funding must be used strictly for the specified purposes and within the designated fiscal year.

HB 4 is a 2025-2026 budget bill that allocates state funds to Missouri's Department of Revenue and Department of Transportation. It specifies exact funding amounts for operational costs, including personnel, equipment, and technology projects (like a new licensing system), across multiple state funds. The bill ensures these funds are spent only for authorized purposes during the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025, as required by Missouri's constitution.

HB 2 allocates $6.74 billion in state and federal funds for Missouri's public education system during fiscal year 2026. It directly funds the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, including programs like the School Foundation Program (which supports public schools), Summer EBT benefits, and administrative operations. The bill specifies exact funding sources (e.g., General Revenue, Lottery Proceeds, and State School Moneys Funds) and prohibits using funds for sharing student data for non-educational purposes. This appropriation ensures constitutional compliance while covering expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions for K-12 education across the state.

HB 9 appropriates $6.48 million from the General Revenue Fund for the Missouri Department of Corrections' Office of the Director (including $18,060 for salary adjustments) and $8.26 million for reentry programs during fiscal year 2025-2026. Key provisions include $6.3 million for a new offender management system, $2.5 million for a recidivism-reduction pay-for-performance agreement with private programs, and $1.3 million for county re-entry navigators. The bill also allocates $7.12 million for Family Support Services and $3.29 million for Professional Standards, all subject to specific spending flexibilities. These funds directly support corrections operations, offender reentry services, and system improvements across Missouri's correctional facilities.