HB 3221 prohibits state funding for college degree programs classified as "low-earning outcome" under federal law (Section 84001 of Pub. L. 119-21). It directly affects public colleges and students enrolled in these specific programs by blocking state financial aid, operational funding, grants, and facilities support for them. The bill requires the state higher education board to annually review federal determinations of such programs and enforce the funding ban. It also mandates yearly public reports tracking which programs are excluded, enforcement actions, and fiscal impacts on state budgets. This policy change targets funding allocation, not program availability or student eligibility.
HB 3340 prohibits state agencies from using state funds to lease, build, retrofit, or contract for operations (like food, medical, or security) at facilities holding civil immigration detainees. It directly affects state agencies and local governments receiving state funding that might otherwise support immigration detention. The bill specifically bans state spending on these activities but does not interfere with information-sharing requirements under existing law or federal immigration law. This is a direct policy change restricting state financial support for civil immigration detention operations.
HB 2782 modifies rules for certain Missouri state retirement systems regarding new benefits and funding. It prohibits adding new retirement benefits or cost-of-living adjustments that would increase the system's financial burden unless the plan's funding ratio meets strict thresholds (at least 80% before, 75% after adoption). The bill specifically authorizes a one-time supplemental payment of up to $2,000 per month to eligible retirees under the system governed by sections 169.410-169.542, payable by September 30, 2027, subject to state funding. This payment is in addition to regular pension benefits and requires state appropriation. The law does not apply to retirement systems under chapters 70 or 476.
