HB 3440 makes it illegal to share an elected county official's or their family's personal information (like home addresses, Social Security numbers, or children's names) online or otherwise, if the intent is to harass, intimidate, or influence the official's work. It classifies this as a class A misdemeanor, but becomes a class B felony if the act causes death or injury. The law directly protects county elected officials and their families from targeted privacy violations aimed at disrupting their duties. Key provisions define "personal information" broadly and establish specific penalties based on the severity of harm caused.
HB 2919 updates Missouri's regulations for excursion gambling boats by defining the Missouri Gaming Commission's authority to license operators, set standards, and enforce rules. It requires 80% minimum payout rates on gambling devices, mandates cashless wagering systems (using tokens/chips), and gives patrons the option to opt out of marketing data collection. The bill also establishes a $2 admission fee (split between the Gaming Commission and the local city/county), requires affirmative action plans for minority employment at license renewals, and prohibits limits on wager amounts or losses. These changes directly affect boat operators, licensees, and patrons using Missouri's riverboat gambling facilities.
SB 921 prohibits Missouri public entities (like state agencies or schools) from requiring digital identification for services, mandating they offer physical ID alternatives. It gives individuals control over personal data collected through digital IDs, allowing them to view, correct, delete, or restrict usage, with parental consent required for minors. The bill specifically prohibits linking driver's licenses to license plate readers without written consent and bans selling or transferring personal data without explicit permission. This applies only to government agencies, not private businesses, and establishes a $150,000 penalty for violations.
HB 2546 creates a Missouri telemarketing no-call list that allows businesses and residential phone subscribers to register their objection to unwanted sales calls and fundraising attempts. The Missouri Attorney General will maintain a free database where subscribers can opt out, requiring telemarketers to check this list before contacting registered numbers. The bill also prohibits call spoofing (misrepresenting caller identity to deceive recipients) during telemarketing. This law aims to reduce unsolicited calls by giving subscribers a clear opt-out method and enforcing compliance through the state database.
HB 2392, the "Missouri Social Media Safety for Minors Act," prohibits social media platforms from allowing users under 14 to create or maintain accounts and requires verified parental consent for minors aged 14-16. It mandates platforms to implement secure age-verification processes (without requiring government ID), protect user privacy, and offer parents tools to monitor activity, delete accounts, or limit messaging with unverified adults. The bill bans addictive design features (like infinite scroll), direct messaging from unverified adults to minors, and targeted advertising based on minors' personal data. Violations are deemed unlawful practices, allowing the attorney general or affected parents to seek civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation.
HB 1924, the "Charitable Organizations Privacy Protection Act," simplifies how Missouri-based charitable organizations claim assets designated as beneficiaries (like life insurance or retirement accounts). It allows charities to submit a verified affidavit - supported by IRS tax-exempt status, death proof, and organizational documents - to property holders (e.g., banks, insurers) instead of providing sensitive personal information about staff. The bill prohibits property holders from requesting social security numbers, driver’s licenses, or financial details from charity representatives. If the affidavit meets requirements, property must be transferred within 30 days, or the charity may sue for recovery within one year. This directly affects Missouri charities and financial institutions handling beneficiary-designated assets.
