Rep. Will Jobe

Maddy summaryHB 2941 creates a state tax credit for eligible Missouri railroads and rail infrastructure owners to offset certain track-related expenses. It allows short line railroads (Class II or III) and rail siding owners to claim a credit equal to 50% of qualified maintenance costs (up to $4.5 million annually) or new infrastructure projects (up to $10 million annually). Unused credits can be carried forward for up to five years or transferred to eligible customers or vendors. This bill directly affects rail companies and infrastructure projects meeting Missouri's specific eligibility criteria, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 2277 establishes a one percent cap on total foreign ownership of Missouri's agricultural land by August 28, 2026. It requires foreign businesses and non-U.S. citizens to submit proposed purchases of agricultural land to the Missouri Department of Agriculture and Attorney General for review at least 30 days before closing, unless the buyer provides an IRS Form W-9. The Attorney General must approve or reject transactions within 30 days, with inaction deemed approval. Violations of the ownership cap trigger court-ordered sale of the land.

Maddy summaryHJR 136 proposes a constitutional amendment that would restrict political committees (including PACs) from including a candidate's name or image in advertisements or printed materials they fund. It requires such committees to issue a retraction matching the violating ad's cost, size, and placement if they violate this rule. The amendment directly affects political committees that fund election-related communications, banning candidate mentions in their paid ads while allowing other forms of support. This is a proposed constitutional change, not a current law, and would require voter approval in Missouri. (Note: The bill title incorrectly references "continuing committees" as a procedural matter, but the actual text addresses campaign finance rules.)

Maddy summaryHB 2869 creates the "Missouri Disabled Veterans Homestead Tax Credit Act," allowing Missouri counties to offer a property tax credit for eligible disabled veterans who own their primary residence. The credit covers up to 100% of real property taxes on a homestead valued at $500,000 or less, for veterans with a 100% permanent and total service-connected disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Counties must vote to adopt the program (opt-in), and veterans must own the home as their primary residence (not exceeding five acres) to qualify. The credit is non-refundable, non-transferable, and does not apply if the veteran rents part of the property or qualifies for other tax relief.

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 2276 creates a property tax exemption for Missouri veterans with service-connected disabilities, directly affecting qualifying veterans and their surviving spouses. It provides annual tax relief based on disability rating: $2,500 for 50-70% disability, $5,000 for 70-100%, and full tax exemption for 100% disability, all applied to the primary residence (valued under $250,000). Surviving spouses of veterans who died in service or with service-connected death may also qualify if they meet VA certification and residency requirements. The exemption begins January 1, 2027, and requires annual reapplication unless the veteran has a 100% disability rating.

Maddy summaryHB 3254 requires county property tax assessors to complete mandatory training before assuming office and maintain certification through ongoing education. Specifically, new assessors must complete 32-40 hours of training (depending on appointment date), while existing assessors must attend refresher courses every two years to retain certification. The bill establishes consequences for non-compliance, including suspension of state funding for county assessment costs until training requirements are met. This directly affects county assessors and local governments that rely on state funding for property tax administration. The bill is currently pending before the Special Committee on Property Tax Reform (as of March 5, 2026).

Maddy summaryHB 2940 protects public employees in Missouri who serve in the National Guard or military reserves by guaranteeing they can take leave for military duty without losing their job, pay, seniority, or benefits. It specifically allows up to 120 hours (38 workdays) per federal fiscal year for federal military service, while providing full leave protections for state duty under the governor's call. The bill requires employees to submit military orders to their employer as proof of duty and prohibits employers from discriminating against or firing employees for military service. Volunteer firefighters receive all protections except those related to monetary compensation.

Maddy summaryHB 2831 modifies Missouri's good time credit system for inmates, allowing eligible individuals to earn time off their sentences by participating in approved programs. Inmates can earn up to 360 days total (capped at 90 days annually) for completing high school/GED equivalents, vocational training, alcohol/drug treatment (excluding court-ordered programs), or 1,000 hours of restorative justice. Credit is revoked for major rule violations, parole revocation, or excessive minor violations, and excludes those sentenced to death or life without parole. The bill also permits retroactive petitions for programs completed between 2010 and 2026, with applications accepted in 2027.

Maddy summaryHJR 23 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring Jackson County to elect its property tax assessor rather than appointing one. Currently, Jackson County (with a population over 600,000 but under 700,000) is exempt from this requirement under Missouri's constitution. The amendment would repeal existing constitutional sections and replace them with new language mandating that all county assessors be elected officers, except for counties in Jackson County's population range. If approved by voters in 2026, this change would directly affect Jackson County's governance structure for property tax assessment. The amendment does not apply to St. Louis City or other counties outside this population threshold.