Education

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2810: Requires school districts to allow youth organizations to provide information, services, and activities to students

HB 2810 requires Missouri school districts to permit youth organizations (specifically those chartered by Congress and listed in federal law) to provide educational information, services, and activities to students during non-instructional time. School districts must allow these organizations to schedule at least one annual session on school grounds or in school buildings, making a good-faith effort to find mutually agreeable dates and locations. All youth organization representatives must undergo a background check, with districts able to bar individuals convicted of felonies. The bill directly affects school districts (requiring accommodation), students (receiving services), and qualifying youth organizations (gaining access).

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires school districts to allow educational youth organizations during non-instructional time, expanding access to supplementary educational programs and activities.90% confidence

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signed · Missouri · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2020: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the several departments and offices of state government

HB 2020 is Missouri's fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill, allocating $26.3 million from the Budget Stabilization Fund and $15.5 million from the Coronavirus Recovery Fund for specific state programs. It funds higher education grants requiring 50% local matching, technology upgrades for job centers, port authority grants (with local match requirements), streetcar planning, and infrastructure projects like state building HVAC repairs and a new warehouse. The bill also supports broadband expansion in underserved areas, a sports facility for athletes with special needs, and early childhood education programs, all subject to local matching funds where specified. This bill directly affects Missouri state agencies, local governments, and qualifying organizations receiving these allocations for designated projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $26.3M from Budget Stabilization Fund and $15.5M from Recovery Fund to fund education grants, infrastructure, and broadband expansion, directly advancing state budget priorities.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds higher education grants with 50% local matching requirement, directly advancing higher education funding within the Education topic.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds technology upgrades for job centers, directly supporting employment services and workforce development per bill summary.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates $15.5M for technology upgrades and broadband expansion, directly advancing internet access infrastructure as specified in the summary.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds streetcar planning (public transit) and port authority grants (transportation infrastructure) under infrastructure projects, directly advancing transportation initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Early Childhood Broadband Access Ports

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3135: Creates new fire safety requirements for doors in public schools

HB 3135 requires all public school boards to annually inspect and test specific fire safety doors in school buildings (including panic hardware, exit enclosures, and electronically controlled doors) using standards from the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. School boards must verify compliance based on when doors were installed (2015 or newer must meet current NFPA 101; older doors follow standards in effect at installation) and fix any non-compliant doors within specified timeframes. Starting January 1, 2028, authorities will review school inspection records and issue citations for persistent non-compliance, with schools required to post citations publicly until resolved. The bill directly affects public school facilities and boards, focusing on concrete door safety requirements rather than broader policy changes.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates annual fire safety inspections and upgrades for school doors, directly enhancing school infrastructure safety and protecting educational environments per NFPA standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2988: Modifies provisions relating to leaves of absence for military service

HB 2988 ensures Missouri public employees (including state/local government workers, school staff, and county/municipal employees) who serve in the National Guard or military reserves can take leave for military duty without losing their job, seniority, pay, benefits, or performance ratings. It specifically guarantees leave for both federal service (up to 120 hours per federal fiscal year) and state service (called by the governor, with no time limit), requiring employees to submit military orders as proof. The bill also prohibits employers from discriminating against or firing employees for military service and exempts volunteer firefighters from pay-related protections. This protects over 100,000 public employees who serve in reserve units while maintaining their employment rights.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly protects school staff (included in public employees) from job loss during military service, preserving teacher retention and benefits, aligning with educator support indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGuarantees job security, pay, and benefits for military leave, directly protecting workers' employment rights under Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEnsures job security for military reservists/National Guard during service, directly supporting employment stability critical for veterans' transition and recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Employees National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3121: Establishes the "Missouri Free School Meals Program" to reimburse schools for providing free breakfasts and lunches to all students and a tax deduction for persons or entities that donate to a fund that reimburses schools for free school meals

HB 3121 creates Missouri's "Free School Meals Program," requiring participating schools (public, private, charter, or virtual) to provide all students with free breakfast and lunch daily after seeking federal reimbursement. The state will reimburse schools for the difference between federal meal rates and actual federal payments, funded by up to 1% of video lottery proceeds and donations to the "Healthy School Meals for All Fund." Additionally, tax-exempt organizations and individuals can deduct up to 75% of donations to this fund starting in 2027. The program expires after six years unless renewed and mandates biennial reports on participation and food security impacts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state lottery funds to reimburse schools for free meals program and creates tax deduction for donors, directly funding public education through state budget.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates state-funded free school meals for all K-12 students, expanding access and providing reimbursement to schools through dedicated funding sources, directly advancing educational access and student welfare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Missouri · House May 7, 2026

HB 2710: Modifies provisions governing accountability measures for elementary and secondary schools

HB 2710 requires all Missouri public schools and districts to publish standardized annual report cards showing student performance, finances, and staff data in an accessible format. It establishes a new A-F rating system based on student achievement (40% for elementary/middle schools, 25% for high schools), academic growth metrics (30% for elementary/middle, 25% for high schools), and high school "Success Ready Graduate" measures (15% for high schools). Top-performing schools in the top 5% for achievement or growth will receive $100 per student in performance-based funding starting in 2026-27, while those in the top 10% but not top 5% get $50 per student. The bill directly affects every public school, district, and charter school by linking their ratings and funding eligibility to specific student outcome metrics.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates standardized school report cards and A-F ratings based on student performance metrics, enhancing transparency and accountability in K-12 education.92% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Choice

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introduced · Missouri · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 18: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the several departments and offices of state government

HB 18 is a 2025-2026 fiscal year appropriations bill that allocates $18.7 million from the Facilities Maintenance Reserve Fund for repairs and maintenance at public schools, $2.1 million from General Revenue for school programs, and $4.8 million from the School for the Blind Trust Fund for the Missouri School for the Blind. It also funds $615,165 for lottery headquarters repairs, $122 million transferred to the Facilities Maintenance Reserve Fund, and over $151 million for statewide facility maintenance and emergency requirements across departments like Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Facilities Management. The bill directs funding for capital improvements, repairs, and operational needs at state buildings and facilities for the period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $18.7M for school repairs, $2.1M for school programs, and other funds to public services, directly advancing state budget allocations for essential programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $18.7M for school repairs, $2.1M for school programs, and $4.8M for Missouri School for the Blind - direct funding increases for educational infrastructure and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2949: Establishes the "Sudden Cardiac Arrest Screening Act"

HB 2949, the "Sudden Cardiac Arrest Screening Act," requires Missouri K-12 schools to implement cardiac screening for student athletes starting in the 2027-28 school year. It mandates annual educational materials about sudden cardiac arrest risks for athletes, parents, and coaches; requires signed acknowledgment forms before participation; and mandates cardiovascular prescreening during physical exams using evidence-based guidelines (including personal/family history and physical checks). Coaches must complete annual cardiac training, and schools must track referrals to cardiologists and report annual screening data to the state health department. The law directly affects all student athletes in public and private K-12 schools, their parents, school staff, and medical professionals conducting physicals.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates cardiac screenings and education for K-12 athletes, enhancing school safety protocols under education policy90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates cardiac screenings and education for student athletes, enhancing preventive healthcare in schools to reduce sudden cardiac arrest risks per evidence-based guidelines.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Missouri · House Mar 3, 2026

HJR 171: Proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing school districts to include governmental entity property owned for development or redevelopment purposes in calculations of assessed valuation for school district indebtedness purposes

HJR 171 proposes a constitutional amendment allowing Missouri school districts to include tax-exempt industrial properties owned by municipalities (for development projects) in their property valuation calculations when determining debt limits. This would enable school districts to borrow more funds - up to 15% of the total taxable property value, including these previously excluded industrial sites - without exceeding current borrowing caps. The amendment would apply specifically to properties exempt from taxation under municipal industrial development laws. It requires voter approval at a future election to take effect.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases school districts' borrowing capacity by including tax-exempt industrial properties in debt calculations, enabling more funding for education projects without raising taxes.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands school district borrowing capacity by including industrial properties in valuation calculations, increasing potential funding for education infrastructure and programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds

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introduced · Missouri · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 13: Appropriates money for real property leases and related services

HB 13 allocates approximately $6.5 million from state funds to cover real property leases, utilities, furniture, and building modifications for Missouri state departments and agencies during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It specifically funds departments like Education (including school facilities), Revenue, Agriculture, and the Ethics Commission, with amounts drawn from designated funds such as General Revenue and federal programs. The bill allows limited flexibility (e.g., 5% between certain departments) to shift funds within the approved budget categories but prohibits using these funds for purposes beyond the specified lease and facility needs. This is a routine funding authorization, not a policy change, and does not alter existing laws or create new obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $6.5M from state funds for essential government operations (leases, utilities), directly supporting budget appropriations for key departments.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds Education department's school facilities (infrastructure) via $6.5M allocation for leases, utilities, and building modifications.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget

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