Rep. Eric Woods

Maddy summaryHB 3193 phases out single-use plastic products at Missouri State Parks and Historic Sites by requiring park concessionaires (like food vendors and shops) to stop selling specific items by 2028. Beginning January 1, 2028, vendors cannot sell single-use plastic bags, bottled water, or polystyrene foam containers (such as cups and food trays), though medical packaging and emergency use are exempt. The bill mandates concession contracts to prioritize non-plastic alternatives starting in 2027, provided they meet health and safety standards. It explicitly excludes items like produce bags, prescription containers, and medical packaging from the ban.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires regular inspections of fire safety dampers (devices that prevent fire/smoke spread through HVAC systems) in most non-residential Missouri buildings, excluding small homes. It mandates an initial inspection within 12 months of installation and subsequent checks every four years, following NFPA standards with physical visual inspections required (not remote methods). Inspectors must hold specific ICB certifications or equivalent, and building owners must maintain compliance records, issue deficiency reports for failures, and post public verification notices. These requirements apply to commercial buildings, schools, hospitals, and other multi-use structures governed by Missouri political subdivisions.

Maddy summaryHJR 115 proposes a constitutional amendment to create a property tax exemption for Missouri disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. It defines a "disabled veteran" as a Missouri resident honorably separated from military service with a 100% VA-certified service-connected disability, and a "homestead" as their primary residence (not exceeding 2.5 acres). The exemption would apply to real property used as a primary home, excluding portions rented for more than six months annually. This amendment requires voter approval in the 2026 general election and would replace the current property tax exemption provisions in Missouri's constitution.

Maddy summaryHB 1143 would allow eligible Missouri residents to register to vote on election day itself, rather than requiring registration by the usual deadline (the fourth Wednesday before the election). This change applies to Missouri residents who are U.S. citizens, 17.5 years or older, and not disqualified (e.g., incarcerated, on felony probation/parole, or convicted of certain crimes). Voters would need to present ID like a driver’s license or birth certificate when registering at election offices, polling places, or other designated locations on Election Day. The bill aims to increase voting access by removing the prior registration deadline for most voters.

Maddy summaryHB 705 allows motorcycle operators to legally move between stopped or slow-moving lanes of traffic (called "lane filtering") on divided or undivided roads, while explicitly prohibiting "lane splitting" between fast-moving vehicles. The bill permits motorcycles to pass in the same lane or between lanes at speeds no more than 10 mph over traffic flow and not exceeding 25 mph. It also prohibits drivers from intentionally blocking motorcycles and requires the state highway patrol to develop safety education guidelines for lane filtering. This directly affects motorcycle riders and other drivers who may obstruct or interact with motorcycles in traffic.

Maddy summaryHB 703 requires health apps collecting reproductive or sexual health data (such as menstrual cycles, pregnancy plans, or fertility information) to obtain explicit user consent before sharing or selling that data. It prohibits these apps from using or sharing sensitive health information without clear permission for each instance. Government agencies may only request this data during criminal investigations unrelated to abortion, pregnancy outcomes, or gender transition care. The bill directly affects health apps and government entities handling such sensitive user information.

Maddy summaryHB 590 requires landlords to provide new renters and realtors to provide new homebuyers with voter registration packets at the time of lease signing or home closing. The packets must include a voter registration form, instructions for completing it, and a notice that already-registered voters in the county need to update their address. This applies to all residential leases and real estate sales in Missouri, directly affecting new residents who receive the packets. The bill mandates this through new sections 441.325 (landlords) and 442.620 (realtors) in Missouri law.

Maddy summaryHB 1532 amends Missouri's firearm laws by clarifying prohibited acts, such as carrying concealed weapons in schools, churches, or election precincts, and discharging firearms near schools or in public areas. The bill establishes exemptions for specific professionals - including law enforcement officers, prison staff, military personnel, judges, and firefighters - when using firearms in the performance of their official duties. It also includes exceptions for transporting firearms in vehicles under certain conditions and for individuals with valid concealed carry permits. These changes update existing statutes to better define restrictions while ensuring necessary firearm use by public safety personnel remains permitted.

Maddy summaryThis proposed constitutional amendment would add a new section to Missouri's constitution protecting the right to bear arms for self-defense at home, in defense of family/property, or when lawfully summoned. It states these rights are unalienable, requires strict legal review for any restrictions, and explicitly allows cities/counties to regulate firearm possession/carry through local ordinances (with fees covering costs, 5-year permits, and exemptions for law enforcement, judges, and security personnel). The amendment also specifies that restrictions cannot apply to convicted violent felons or those deemed a danger due to mental health conditions. It would require voter approval to become law, as it amends the state constitution.

Maddy summaryHB 704 modifies Missouri mining regulations by requiring mining operations in cities, towns, or villages with 1,000+ residents to obtain and file an indemnity bond before starting work. It also mandates 30 days' public notice through local newspaper publication or posted handbills for proposed mining activities, detailing the location and nature of operations. The bill establishes procedures for surveying underground drifts that cross property lines, including penalties for obstructing surveys. It defines key terms like "mining," "metallic minerals," and "affected land" to clarify regulatory scope. The law directly affects mining companies operating in incorporated municipalities with significant populations.