Missouri Bills

SB 1725 bans the sale, distribution, and use of firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in Missouri after January 1, 2028, with limited exceptions for airport use (if federally required) or military applications (as required by the U.S. Department of Defense). It requires manufacturers to provide compliance certificates, report PFAS foam discharges within 24 hours, and recall pre-2028 sales with reimbursement for affected buyers. The bill directly affects foam manufacturers, fire departments, airports, and military facilities by mandating a transition to PFAS-free alternatives while ensuring environmental protections for Missouri's water and soil.

Missouri Senate Bill 1723 modifies fees and taxes for excursion gambling boats. It increases the admission fee from $2 to $5 per person, with $1 paid to the home dock city/county, $4 split between the Missouri Department of Mental Health's developmental disabilities fund and the Veterans Commission Capital Improvement Trust Fund, and $1 deposited into the gaming commission fund. Licensees must pay this fee for all passengers, including free passes, and can still charge higher ticket prices. The bill also clarifies that licensees remain subject to standard state taxes but cannot be charged additional fees exclusively for their gambling boat operations.

SB 1751 - Elementary and Secondary Education . Governor Senate GR $ 4,849,076,843 $ 5,064,544,779 FEDERAL 1,498,102,242 1,498,102,242 OTHER 2,210,368,475 2,210,368,475 . ______________ ______________ TOTAL $ 8,557,547,560 $ 8,773,015,496 . House Final GR FEDERAL OTHER . ______________ ______________ TOTAL ADAM KOENIGSFELD

SB 1724 reclassifies xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance under Missouri law. This change subjects xylazine to state regulations governing controlled substances, including penalties for unauthorized possession or distribution. The bill amends Missouri's controlled substances schedule to include xylazine in Schedule III, which applies to substances with moderate abuse potential and accepted medical uses. This reclassification directly affects individuals who possess or distribute xylazine without authorization in Missouri. The bill does not alter federal scheduling of xylazine.

SB 1719 requires healthcare facilities (including hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health centers) to create workplace violence prevention committees and implement written plans to protect staff. These plans must include confidential reporting systems, anti-retaliation protections for employees who report violence, and annual training. The bill also expands prescribing authority for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), allowing them to prescribe controlled substances in Schedules III, IV, and V under specific conditions. It prohibits facilities from discouraging staff from reporting violence to law enforcement and protects those who report in good faith from retaliation.

SB 1765 allocates state funds for planning and capital improvements across various government departments and offices. This appropriations bill provides budget authority for planned infrastructure upgrades and facility projects within state agencies. It does not create new policy or directly affect residents, as it solely addresses funding allocation for existing government operations.

SB 1752 - Higher Education and Workforce Development . Governor Senate GR $ 1,226,398,380 $ 1,242,101,336 FEDERAL 60,062,542 60,062,542 OTHER 111,181,220 111,181,220 . ______________ ______________ TOTAL $ 1,397,642,142 $ 1,413,345,098 . House Final GR FEDERAL OTHER . ______________ ______________ TOTAL ADAM KOENIGSFELD

SB 1768 amends the legal definition of "firefighter" within the Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Act. This change directly affects eligibility for recruitment and retention programs under the act, impacting current and future firefighters. The bill's key provision updates the definition to clarify which personnel qualify under the law, though specific wording is not detailed in the abstract. This is a procedural adjustment to align terminology with operational standards.

SB 1741 modifies current rental protections for tenants who are victims of domestic violence. It changes specific provisions of existing housing laws to better support these renters, though the abstract does not detail the exact changes. The bill directly affects individuals facing domestic violence who rely on rental housing and may face eviction or housing instability. Currently in its first reading stage (as of February 25, 2026), no further legislative actions have occurred.

This bill (SB 1715) establishes new protections for public utilities employees who report wrongdoing. It directly affects workers at public utility companies who disclose safety violations, fraud, or other misconduct. The bill creates specific procedures for filing complaints and prohibits retaliation against employees who report issues in good faith. The official abstract does not detail specific mechanisms, and no further provisions or recent actions beyond the initial filing are provided in the context.

SB 1735 establishes Missouri's Sickle Cell Standing Committee within the Department of Health and Senior Services. The committee, composed of a physician chair, individuals with sickle cell disease, researchers, and representatives from health organizations, will assess sickle cell disease impacts in urban communities, examine existing services, and develop school education recommendations. It must hold public meetings in three urban regions, submit a final report to lawmakers and the governor by December 31, 2027, and continue annual meetings thereafter to track progress and update recommendations. This bill directly affects Missouri residents living with sickle cell disease and the state agencies managing related health services.

The bill's abstract states it modifies provisions related to alternative therapies and treatments, including psilocybin, but does not provide specific details about its provisions, scope, or affected parties. Without additional context or legislative text, the concrete mechanisms, key changes, or who it directly affects cannot be determined from the provided information. A complete summary requires access to the bill's full text or detailed legislative description.