HJR 153 proposes a constitutional amendment to change how judges are selected in Missouri courts. It would replace current election-based selection with a system where the governor appoints judges (with Senate approval) from a list of nominees recommended by a nonpartisan judicial commission. The amendment also establishes a new seven-year term for all judges, including circuit and associate circuit judges, instead of varying terms under current law. Voters in certain counties could later choose through a ballot measure whether to maintain this appointment system or revert to elections. This change would affect all judges serving in Missouri's circuit courts, associate circuit courts, and higher courts, with the proposal requiring voter approval in the 2026 election.
HB 2096 modifies how Missouri allocates state funds to regional planning commissions. It requires a 50-50 matching fund system, meaning each commission must provide local funds equal to the state funds received. The bill sets specific annual funding caps: $130,000 for the East-West Gateway and Mid-America Regional Councils, and $50,000 for each of 19 other commissions (including South Central Ozark, Ozark Foothills, and Missouri Valley). Starting July 1, 2027, these caps will automatically adjust yearly based on the Consumer Price Index. The bill directly affects all regional planning commissions receiving state funds under these provisions.
HB 1730 primarily defines "firearm silencer" (or "firearm suppressor") as any device designed to muffle firearm noise, updating legal terminology under existing statutes. This bill does not change current regulations on suppressor possession or use but clarifies the definition for enforcement and legal consistency. It directly affects law enforcement, courts, and anyone interacting with firearm laws in the state. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (prefiled, read first time) and focuses solely on definitional precision, not policy changes.
HB 1736 modifies county sales tax rules for park funds to allow stormwater management projects within parks. It permits counties to use 50% of their allocated tax revenue for stormwater projects that either acquire park land/greenways or enhance natural park features without reducing park benefits. This affects counties and municipalities receiving these funds, which must still align with park purposes. The bill expands existing park funding uses without changing overall tax allocation percentages.
This bill modifies Missouri county sales tax rules to allow local governments to fund early childhood education services. It requires counties seeking to impose an additional sales tax (up to 1.5% after 2025 for qualifying counties) to first obtain voter approval via a specific ballot measure. Revenue collected from such taxes must be deposited exclusively into the early childhood education fund, as defined in Section 67.5420. The bill also sets population-based rate limits and prohibits using these taxes for other purposes like zoological facilities or sports stadiums.
HB 1790 modifies how local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) manage property tax levies and ballot measures. It requires ballot measures about property tax changes to be labeled only with numbers or letters (not descriptive terms) and mandates that tax proposals clearly state the dollar impact per $100,000 of property value. The bill also establishes rules for adjusting tax rates when property values change, ensuring local governments maintain consistent revenue levels without exceeding voter-approved limits. These changes directly affect local governments that set property taxes and voters who decide on tax measures.
HB 1812 requires the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to send monthly reports of death certificates to the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State then notifies local election authorities, who must remove those names from voter rolls. This bill directly affects deceased voters by automatically updating voter registration records. The key mechanism is a monthly data-sharing process between state health and election offices to maintain accurate voter rolls. The bill does not change voting eligibility or create new policies, but establishes a routine procedure for removing deceased individuals from voter lists.
This bill's official abstract states it "modifies provisions relating to property taxes," but provides no specific details about the changes, affected groups, or mechanisms. Without additional information on which tax provisions are being altered (e.g., exemptions, rates, assessment methods), no concrete policy changes can be described. The bill is currently prefiled and has not yet been read in committee (as of the latest action on 2026-01-07). A full summary cannot be provided with the limited context available.
The context provided does not include specific details about SB 1452's provisions, affected parties, or mechanisms. The bill's title and abstract ("Establishes provisions relating to construction contracts") are too vague to describe concrete policy changes. Without additional information on what the provisions entail, we cannot accurately summarize its impact or key elements. More details from the bill text or official summary would be needed for a factual summary.
HB 3328 creates the Missouri Stronger Homes Program, funded by transferring $12 million annually from the insurance dedicated fund starting July 1, 2027, to help homeowners rebuild after disasters (as specified in Section 379.3115). It also establishes the Missouri Disaster Mediation Act, which regulates public adjusters by capping their commissions at 10% of insurance settlements, requiring clear disclaimers about free state assistance (via the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance), and banning conflicts of interest where adjusters also solicit repair work. The law directly affects homeowners filing insurance claims after disasters and public adjusters working with them. Key provisions include prohibiting adjusters from charging fees based on settlement percentages if insurers pay policy limits within 10 days, and mandating that all contracts include a specific warning about avoiding unnecessary adjuster fees.
HB 3329 restructures how Missouri administers four economic development funds: the Industrial Development and Reserve Fund, Industrial Development Guarantee Fund, Export Finance Fund, and Jobs Now Fund. It specifies eligible funding sources (like state appropriations, bond proceeds, grants, and repayments), requires funds to be kept separate from state treasury money, and mandates that $12 million annually be allocated to the Jobs Now Fund from increased state revenue. The bill directly affects businesses applying for loans or grants through these funds and economic development agencies managing them. Key provisions include rules for fund investments, separate account creation, and the board’s authority to issue revenue bonds and manage disbursements under sections 100.250-100.297.
HB 3405 modifies Missouri's tax treatment for partnerships and S corporations (referred to as "affected business entities"). It imposes a new tax on these entities doing business in Missouri, calculating the tax by adjusting their federal income (after state deductions) or applying a 20% deduction to ordinary business income for tax years starting in 2027. The tax applies to income sourced within Missouri, with losses allowed to be carried forward to future tax years. This directly affects Missouri-based partnerships and S corporations, particularly those with members holding interests through multiple tiers.
