Healthcare

in committee · Missouri · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 3460: Modifies provisions relating to examinations and medical care for victims of sexual assault

HB 3460 (the "Assistance for Rape Emergencies (CARE) Act") requires hospitals and affiliated health care facilities to provide specific medical care to sexual assault victims. It mandates that facilities: (1) verbally inform victims about emergency contraception, (2) immediately provide the full regimen if requested, and (3) offer sexually transmitted infection screening and treatment. The bill also establishes standards for forensic examinations, requiring trained providers or telehealth support for non-SANE staff, with limited waivers for technological barriers. This directly affects hospitals, health care facilities, and sexual assault victims across the state, standardizing emergency medical responses to sexual assault.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates hospitals to provide emergency contraception, STI screening/treatment, and forensic exam standards, expanding access to critical healthcare services for sexual assault victims.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Telehealth Women's Health

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1719: Establishes provisions relating to health care workplace violence and advanced practice registered nurses

SB 1719 requires healthcare facilities (including hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health centers) to create workplace violence prevention committees and implement written plans to protect staff. These plans must include confidential reporting systems, anti-retaliation protections for employees who report violence, and annual training. The bill also expands prescribing authority for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), allowing them to prescribe controlled substances in Schedules III, IV, and V under specific conditions. It prohibits facilities from discouraging staff from reporting violence to law enforcement and protects those who report in good faith from retaliation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires healthcare facilities to implement violence prevention plans protecting staff (aligns with protecting medical professionals) and expands APRN prescribing authority (improves provider access to care).90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires healthcare facilities to implement workplace violence prevention plans with confidential reporting, anti-retaliation protections, and safety training, directly strengthening worker safety protections under Labor & Employment.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Mental Health Professional Licensing

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SB 1616: Creates new provisions restricting the availability of public benefits to U.S. citizens

SB 1616 restricts access to Missouri's SNAP food assistance and MO HealthNet medical benefits for non-U.S. citizens, requiring applicants to prove citizenship, national status, or specific federal immigration eligibility. It mandates documentary proof (like driver's license documents or federal status verification) at application, with temporary benefits allowed via sworn affidavit for up to 90 days or until citizenship documentation is provided. The bill explicitly excludes emergency medical care, prenatal services, children's benefits (when applied for by a citizen parent), and certain other non-cash aid like unemployment or postsecondary education. It also requires state agencies to verify immigration status through federal systems like DHS's SAVE program but prohibits denying benefits based solely on data matching.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts access to MO HealthNet medical benefits for non-citizens, limiting healthcare coverage eligibility through citizenship requirements.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts SNAP/medical benefits access for non-citizens requiring citizenship proof, directly limiting immigrant services per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3468: Requires each circuit having a treatment court division to employ a treatment court administrator or coordinator if approved by the court and appropriations or other funds are available

HB 3468 requires Missouri circuit courts with treatment court divisions to appoint a treatment court commissioner (not administrator, as titled) if approved by the court and funds are available. The commissioner, appointed by a majority of circuit judges for four years, would handle treatment court cases with powers similar to an associate circuit judge but must have their rulings confirmed by a judge. This position would be funded through court appropriations or other sources, with reimbursement to the state if non-state funds cover compensation. The bill creates a staffing structure for treatment courts but does not mandate new programs or change existing treatment services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates dedicated commissioner role for treatment courts (mental health/veterans focus), advancing rehabilitation programs to reduce recidivism through specialized court management.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires mental health treatment court coordinator position to manage cases, aligning with supporting mental health services through court system structure and funding mechanisms.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Judges

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3255: Establishes the "Missouri Universal Health Assurance Program" to provide a publicly financed, statewide insurance program for all residents of the state

HB 3255 creates Missouri's "Universal Health Assurance Program," a statewide public insurance system providing comprehensive health, mental health, and dental care - including preventive screenings - to all state residents. The program establishes a board of governors (with diverse representation) and six regional advisory councils to develop health plans, set fees, and manage the Missouri Health Care Trust Fund. Key provisions include requiring uniform payments, streamlined administration through a single public insurer, and annual reporting to state leaders on program operations and policy recommendations. The bill aims to improve timely access to quality care, ensure adequate funding, and reduce overall health care spending.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes universal public insurance program providing comprehensive health, mental health, and dental coverage to all residents, expanding access and creating public funding through a trust fund.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3452: Creates provisions relating to insurance coverage of preventative health care services

HB 3452 requires health insurance plans sold in the state to cover specific preventative health services without cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles) starting January 1, 2026. It mandates coverage for evidence-based services rated A or B by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, CDC-recommended immunizations, and preventative care outlined in Health Resources and Services Administration guidelines. The law allows limited exceptions, such as applying high-deductible plan requirements to certain services or imposing cost-sharing for out-of-network providers. This directly affects health insurers and policyholders by ensuring no out-of-pocket costs for these recommended preventative services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for preventative services (A/B-rated, immunizations), expanding access and eliminating patient cost barriers per USPSTF/CDC guidelines.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1708: Repeals the expiration date for the Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program

SB 1708 makes Missouri's Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program permanent by removing its expiration date. This program helps working Missourians with disabilities maintain health coverage while earning income, without losing Medicaid benefits. It does not change existing eligibility rules, income limits, or premium calculations for participants - only extends the program indefinitely. The bill directly affects Missourians with disabilities who are employed and meet the program’s income and asset criteria.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends permanent health coverage for disabled workers, preventing loss of Medicaid benefits without altering eligibility or costs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill extends permanent health coverage for working Missourians with disabilities, protecting their ability to maintain employment without losing Medicaid benefits, directly supporting employment stability and worker benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1692: Modifies provisions relating to abortion

SB 1692 replaces multiple Missouri statutes related to abortion with new definitions and reporting requirements. It defines key terms like "abortion" (including termination for reasons other than live birth), "unborn child" (from conception), and "abortion facility" (clinics or offices performing abortions outside hospitals). The bill adds abortion facilities to mandatory reporting requirements for healthcare-associated infections and financial data under Missouri's hospital reporting laws. These changes create a new administrative framework for tracking abortion services and facility compliance, without altering current abortion access rules.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill adds abortion facilities to mandatory healthcare reporting requirements, restricting access to abortion services which are part of healthcare policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Women's Health

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1696: Authorizes the Board of Curators of the University of Missouri to own or operate health care facilities

SB 1696 authorizes the University of Missouri Board of Curators to own, operate, or manage hospitals and health care facilities across Missouri. The bill allows the Board to acquire health care entities, assets, or services through purchases, leases, or partnerships. It specifically exempts the Board from penalties under Section 416.051 when operating in 25 designated counties, including Boone, Cole, and Jackson. This change enables the University of Missouri to expand its health care services without facing certain regulatory penalties in those counties.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly authorizes expansion of university healthcare facilities, enabling broader access to services and operations across designated counties without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3417: Modifies provisions relating to treatment courts

HB 3417 defines and establishes specialized treatment courts (including adult, DWI, family, juvenile, mental health, and veterans courts) to address substance use or mental health disorders among defendants. It requires circuit courts to create these divisions by a specific deadline, mandating referrals to state-certified treatment programs unless none exist locally. The bill specifies that successful completion of treatment can lead to dismissed, reduced, or modified charges, with fees paid to treatment providers not classified as court costs. It directly affects defendants with substance use or mental health disorders in criminal cases, as well as courts and treatment providers operating within the system.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes treatment courts to divert defendants with substance/mental health issues from traditional sentencing to rehabilitation, reducing recidivism and aligning with reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates referrals to mental health treatment programs via specialized courts, improving access to care for defendants with mental health disorders.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes veterans courts as specialized treatment divisions for mental health/substance use, offering alternative sentencing with dismissed charges upon completion, directly supporting veterans' access to tailored services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy Juvenile Justice Mental Health Substance Abuse

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