HB 3299 requires that all newly elected members of the general assembly receive a calculator accompanied by an instruction booklet upon taking office. The bill directly affects new legislators by mandating this specific tool for their official duties. This procedural bill contains no substantive policy changes, merely establishing a standard administrative provision for new members. It is a straightforward requirement with no broader legislative impact.
HJR 188 proposes a constitutional amendment to expand Missouri's MO HealthNet eligibility. It would make individuals aged 19-65 with income at or below 133% of the federal poverty level automatically eligible for coverage, aligning with federal Medicaid standards. The amendment removes specific restrictions (subsections 5-6) that previously limited eligibility criteria for this group. If approved by voters, Missouri would need to update its state plan with federal authorities to implement this change. The bill requires voter approval before taking effect, as it amends the state constitution.
HB 3301, known as the "Missouri Values Act," restricts Missouri law enforcement agencies from using state resources for federal immigration enforcement. It prohibits local police and jails from detaining individuals based on immigration hold requests, checking immigration status, sharing personal information (like home addresses), or transferring people to immigration authorities without a federal judicial warrant or probable cause determination. The bill allows limited exceptions, such as sharing criminal history via MULES or participating in joint task forces where immigration enforcement isn't the primary purpose. It directly affects all Missouri law enforcement agencies, including city and county police departments and sheriff's offices.
HB 3298 establishes a new pathway for Missouri to accredit medical residency programs, allowing hospitals and health systems to sponsor state-accredited programs instead of requiring national accreditation (like ACGME). It directly affects residency programs, physicians completing training, and hospitals seeking to expand physician staffing. Key provisions include allowing shorter training durations for specialties with workforce shortages (e.g., family medicine), requiring programs to meet specific competency standards, and prohibiting hospitals or licensing boards from denying privileges or licenses based on whether a physician completed a nationally or state-accredited program. During a pilot period ending in 2029, the state board may limit approvals based on geographic need or specialty shortages to address access gaps. The bill ensures state-accredited programs must still meet rigorous training and supervision requirements equivalent to national standards.
HB 3290 requires Missouri public entities (like state agencies or local governments) to obtain written certification from contractors before awarding contracts for services, supplies, or construction. The certification confirms the contractor is not boycotting Israel - defined as refusing to deal with Israeli businesses, persons, or entities doing business in Israel. Contracts exceeding $100,000 or involving companies with 10+ employees must include this certification, with non-compliant contracts deemed void. Exemptions apply to smaller contracts ($100,000 or less) and contractors with fewer than 10 employees. The bill defines "boycott of Israel" broadly to include any actions limiting commercial relations with Israeli entities.
HB 3310 establishes minimum requirements for school district calendars in most areas, mandating at least 169 school days (or 142 days for districts using a four-day week) and restricting start dates to no earlier than 14 days before the first Monday in September. It specifically excludes school districts operating charter schools from these rules, as outlined in the bill’s provisions. Violations could result in the state withholding 25% of a district’s state funding for each day of noncompliance. The bill also allows limited exemptions for unusual circumstances but does not apply to districts with year-round schedules or those operating charter schools.
HB 3309 prohibits protests or demonstrations on public school property during scheduled instructional time if they materially disrupt school operations. It directly affects students (who may be marked absent for leaving class), teachers (who could face licensure revocation for facilitating walkouts), and school districts (which risk losing attendance funding for allowing protests). The bill allows discipline only if protests disrupt school work, infringe on others' rights, or violate neutral time/place/manner policies, while preserving students' First Amendment rights for peaceful expression outside class hours. It explicitly prohibits viewpoint-based suppression and protects lawful activities under state/federal law. This proposed bill (introduced February 2026) aims to maintain school order during instruction but retains core free speech protections.
HB 3305 requires public and charter schools serving grades 7-12 to implement suicide prevention training for educators and mental health awareness for students. Starting in 2023-24, school districts must provide at least two hours of annual suicide prevention training for all teachers and staff, including specific instruction on the Columbia Protocol (C-SSRS) and a virtual mental health tool by 2027-28. The bill also mandates that student ID cards display the 988 suicide lifeline number starting July 2025. Additionally, it requires high school students (grades 9-12) to receive mental health awareness instruction integrated into existing health or physical education courses beginning 2022-23. These provisions directly affect all public and charter schools, educators, and students in participating districts.
HB 3311 establishes standards for Missouri school libraries, requiring districts to adopt policies protecting access to library resources and preventing censorship. It defines key terms like "school librarian" and mandates that libraries promote free expression, support academic standards, and prohibit removal of materials for reasons like political views or author background. The bill creates a specific process for reviewing challenges to library materials, including a committee with diverse members, keeping challenged items available during review, and banning removal for "doctrinal or partisan reasons." It also prohibits retaliation against library staff who follow this review process and prevents repeated challenges to the same material within four years. This law directly affects Missouri public school districts, their library programs, and students' access to information.
HB 3307 prohibits state contracts with certain telecommunications companies, specifically those founded in 1885 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. The bill would prevent state agencies from entering into agreements with these designated firms, directly affecting the telecommunications industry and state procurement processes. This measure establishes a clear restriction based on the company's founding date and location, without specifying additional operational requirements or exemptions. The legislation aims to limit state business with these particular providers while leaving other telecommunications companies unaffected.
HB 3312 establishes a 6-year pilot program that redirects local sales tax revenues from purchases made in one county (seller's county) to the county where the buyer lives (purchaser's county). It directly affects veterans and senior citizens in specific small counties (based on population thresholds) by using redirected funds to eliminate veterans' residential property tax bills and reduce up to 30% of senior citizens' property taxes. The program requires sellers to use a unique transaction code to identify the purchaser's county, with tax revenues collected into a separate trust fund before being distributed monthly to qualifying counties. Counties must use these funds first to replace lost revenue from veterans' tax eliminations, then for senior citizen reductions, with any remaining funds going to general county revenue.
HB 3315 regulates flag displays on Missouri public buildings operated by state or local governments, such as courthouses, city halls, and schools. It permits only 12 specific flags, including the U.S. flag, Missouri state flag, military branch flags, federally recognized tribal flags, and school flags, while prohibiting all other flags. The state auditor investigates violations, gives government entities three days to correct issues, and can seek a court injunction for removal if unresolved, with courts required to act within seven days. The law does not restrict flags displayed by individuals lawfully present on public property.
