Healthcare in Missouri | MyRepTracker

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3323: Reestablishes prostate cancer programs

HB 3323 reestablishes a state-funded program providing prostate cancer screening, treatment, and education for uninsured or economically challenged men in Missouri. It creates two designated programs - one in an urban area and one in a rural area - to serve men aged 35+ at high risk (with physician advice) or 50+ who qualify based on income (up to 150% of federal poverty level) or lack of insurance. The program will fund screenings, referrals, treatment, mental health support, and outreach through grants to local health departments and community health centers. After three years, the state must report on participation, demographics, and cost savings from early detection, with the program set to expire six years after implementation unless renewed.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Mental Health

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3360: Modifies provisions relating to MO HealthNet payments for nursing home services

HB 3360 changes how Missouri's MO HealthNet program pays nursing homes for Medicaid-covered services. It requires the state to seek a federal waiver to shift payments from volume-based (e.g., number of therapy sessions) to patient-driven payments based on residents' clinical needs. The bill also adds per diem payments tied to facility quality performance metrics and incentives for nursing assistant training and pay, while eliminating a prior payment adjustment for facilities with high rates of schizophrenia or bipolar disorder diagnoses among residents. These changes directly affect nursing homes participating in Missouri's Medicaid program for long-term care.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Medicaid

in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1691: Modifies provisions relating to licensure reciprocity for health care professionals providing for telehealth services

SB 1691 streamlines licensure for healthcare professionals in Missouri who hold valid licenses in other states or jurisdictions, allowing them to practice telehealth services without retaking exams or meeting additional experience requirements. It directly affects healthcare workers licensed elsewhere (including military or law enforcement spouses moving to Missouri) who have held a valid license for at least one year in their previous jurisdiction. Key provisions require Missouri licensing boards to waive exams and experience requirements for eligible applicants within six months (or 30 days for military/law enforcement spouses), while maintaining standards like background checks and fees. The bill does not apply to business licenses, interstate compacts, or cases where an applicant’s license is under disciplinary action.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Telehealth Tags Licensing

in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1737: Creates provisions related to insurance coverage of annual kidney function screenings

SB 1737 requires Missouri health insurance plans to cover annual kidney function screenings for enrollees starting August 28, 2026. It directly affects residents with health insurance in Missouri who may be at risk for chronic kidney disease. The law mandates coverage for specific tests including glomerular filtration rate (GFR) testing, basic metabolic panels, and urine tests for albumin and creatinine levels. This policy change ensures these preventive screenings are included without cost-sharing for insured individuals.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Insurance

in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1695: Modifies provisions relating to the admissibility of evidence resulting from peer review committees for health care professionals

SB 1695 protects the confidentiality of peer review committee discussions and findings for health care professionals like doctors, nurses, and dentists by making them generally inadmissible as evidence in court cases about patient care. Exceptions include cases where a committee is involved in license revocation or when state licensing boards conduct investigations, as they can still subpoena relevant information. The bill also grants immunity from civil lawsuits to committee members and hospital officials for good-faith peer review activities. This change aims to encourage open peer reviews without legal exposure in most circumstances.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Hospitals

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3215: Creates provisions relating to access to fertility treatment

HB 3215, titled the "Missouri Family Building and Fertility Access Act," creates a state program to improve access to fertility treatment for individuals in rural or medically underserved areas. The program provides travel assistance, lodging stipends, and telehealth subsidies for those who cannot access certified fertility clinics, while also supporting telemedicine infrastructure in shortage areas. Health insurance companies must publish plain-language summaries of fertility coverage on their websites and submit annual reports on treatment usage, which the state will aggregate and publish to track access trends. The bill establishes a dedicated "Infertility Access Fund" to finance these efforts and requires biennial reports on barriers to care, including cost and geographic challenges.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Insurance Telehealth

in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1775: Establishes provisions relating to workplace violence in health care facilities and modifies provisions relating to assault in the fourth degree

SB 1775 creates new rules to prevent and address workplace violence against healthcare workers in hospitals and clinics. It directly affects healthcare facilities, staff, and individuals who commit violent acts in these settings. The bill modifies how assault charges apply when violence occurs in healthcare environments, potentially elevating penalties for such offenses. This is a substantive policy change focused on worker safety and legal accountability, not a procedural or commemorative measure.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole Violent Crime Hospitals Workplace Safety

in committee · Missouri · House Apr 23, 2026

HCR 42: Expresses support for TrumpRx and encourages actions to prevent discriminatory insurance practices

HCR 42 is a non-binding resolution expressing Missouri's support for TrumpRx, a proposed online platform connecting patients with lower-cost prescription drugs. It urges health insurers and pharmacy benefit managers to count payments made through TrumpRx (and similar direct-purchasing platforms) toward patients' deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums. The resolution also asks Missouri's health department to assess the federal GENEROUS Model, which could help Medicaid programs access lower drug prices. This resolution does not change laws but recommends policy adjustments to ensure patients using direct-purchasing platforms receive full credit for their drug costs.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Sub-Topics Medicaid Prescription Drugs

in committee · Missouri · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 3170: Creates provisions relating to the powers of the curators of the University of Missouri in the health care industry

HB 3170 grants the University of Missouri's board of curators the authority to acquire, manage, lease, or operate hospitals and health care facilities across Missouri, directly affecting the university and health care providers in the specified 25-county region. The bill allows the university to engage in health care ownership or operations without facing antitrust lawsuits, as it explicitly immunizes the curators from federal and state antitrust laws for these activities. The state states this policy aims to expand health care access, enhance professional training, support research, and improve efficiency in medically underserved areas, arguing these benefits outweigh potential competition concerns. The law applies specifically to facilities within Adair, Audrain, Boone, and 21 other designated counties.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 1651: Creates provisions relating to benefits of Soil and Water Conservation District employees

SB 1651 requires Soil and Water Conservation District employees in Missouri to receive the same healthcare benefits and rates as state employees covered under Chapter 103 of Missouri law. This bill directly affects employees working for local Soil and Water Conservation Districts, which manage land and water resources. The key provision mandates that these district employees' healthcare benefits align with state employee standards, overriding any conflicting existing rules or agreements. The bill aims to standardize benefits for these public service workers without altering other employment terms.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Public Employees

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