Rep. Yolanda Young

Maddy summaryHJR 181 proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri's Constitution (Article I, Section 23) establishing that "the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed," protecting this right for home defense, person, family, and property. It requires any restrictions on this right to undergo "strict scrutiny" and obligates the state to protect it, while explicitly allowing laws restricting firearms for convicted violent felons or individuals deemed a danger due to mental health issues. The amendment also permits counties and cities (like St. Louis and Kansas City) to enact local ordinances regulating firearm possession, carrying, or transfer, subject to specific rules: fees must cover costs, permits expire after five years, and certain exemptions apply (e.g., active law enforcement, judges, security guards). This proposal must be approved by Missouri voters in 2026 to become part of the state Constitution.

Maddy summaryHB 3194 requires background checks for all private firearm sales or transfers (excluding licensed dealers), affecting individuals selling guns to others. Sellers must arrange checks through a central repository, with approval valid for 30 days before a transfer can occur. Exemptions include family gifts, antique firearms, temporary transfers at shooting ranges, and transfers by law enforcement. Violating the law is a class B misdemeanor, with licensed dealers’ violations reported to federal authorities.

Maddy summaryHB 3195 requires that all private firearm sales or transfers between individuals must be processed through a licensed firearms dealer. This applies to non-dealer transactions, mandating background checks via dealers (per federal law) and capping fees at $35 for single guns or $50 for multiple firearms. The bill includes exceptions for law enforcement, military transfers, gunsmith repairs, family gifts (first-degree relatives), and certain business activities. Violations are classified as class B misdemeanors, with dealer violations reported to federal authorities. It directly affects private sellers/buyers and dealers facilitating these transactions, but does not apply to existing dealer sales or the listed exceptions.

Maddy summaryHB 3330 allows licensed health care providers (like doctors and dietitians) to issue "nutrition prescriptions" for specific whole, locally grown fruits and vegetables to treat diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure. It creates a system where patients can fill these prescriptions through approved local food programs - like hospital-based food-as-medicine initiatives, food banks, or direct partnerships with state-grown produce farmers. Participation by providers, patients, or food programs is voluntary, and the bill explicitly states it won’t affect eligibility for SNAP or WIC benefits. The program relies on locally produced, unprocessed foods meeting health department standards, with rules to be developed by the Department of Health and Senior Services.

Maddy summaryHB 3266 establishes a formal bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness in the state. It guarantees specific protections, including the right to move freely in public spaces, receive equal treatment from government agencies, access emergency medical care, maintain reasonable privacy for personal belongings, vote with necessary documentation, and keep personal records confidential. The law explicitly prohibits denying these rights solely due to homelessness, ensuring existing legal protections apply equally to all residents regardless of housing status.

Maddy summaryHB 3340 prohibits state agencies from using state funds to lease, build, retrofit, or contract for operations (like food, medical, or security) at facilities holding civil immigration detainees. It directly affects state agencies and local governments receiving state funding that might otherwise support immigration detention. The bill specifically bans state spending on these activities but does not interfere with information-sharing requirements under existing law or federal immigration law. This is a direct policy change restricting state financial support for civil immigration detention operations.

Maddy summaryHB 3353 prohibits Missouri law enforcement officers (including federal agents like ICE officers operating in the state) from wearing masks or face coverings that conceal their identity during official duties. The bill requires officers to visibly display their name, rank, and badge number and bans facial coverings that obscure the face, except for specific exceptions like medical masks, helmets for safety during operations, undercover work, SWAT/SRT activities, or emergency situations where identification isn't possible. Violations are punishable as a class A misdemeanor. The law directly affects all state and federal officers performing duties in Missouri, with exceptions ensuring operational safety and undercover needs are addressed.

Maddy summaryHR 3876 is a non-binding resolution (not a bill) passed by the Missouri House of Representatives. It recognizes Missouri's severe housing affordability crisis, citing a shortage of 101,905 rental units for extremely low-income renters and 40% of renters spending over 30% of income on housing. The resolution urges the Missouri General Assembly and stakeholders to prioritize policies promoting affordable housing development, including zoning reforms and increased funding, without specifying new laws or funding mechanisms. It directly affects low-income renters, seniors, and families struggling with housing costs across urban and rural Missouri. The resolution serves as a formal call for collaborative action but does not enact any concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis Missouri House resolution (HR 3877) urges businesses to add accessibility features - such as screen readers, tactile keypads, or voice navigation - to self-service kiosks and devices (like restaurant payment terminals, airport check-in machines, or pharmacy systems). It directly affects businesses operating these public-facing technologies by calling for their use of specific tools that enable blind or low-vision customers to independently complete tasks like payments or check-ins. The resolution emphasizes that adopting these features aligns with the Americans with Disabilities Act and promotes independence, without creating new legal requirements. It is a non-binding request, not a law, focused on encouraging voluntary adoption of existing accessible technologies.

Maddy summaryHB 2800 creates a state grant program to fund senior-serving nonprofit organizations that help seniors challenge property tax bills. Nonprofits must apply with details about their services, staff, outreach plans, and geographic reach, and grants will be awarded based on their ability to assist seniors, capacity to serve, and community need. The program directly supports seniors facing complex property tax appeals and provides resources to nonprofits already working with older adults. It does not change property tax laws but offers financial support to help seniors navigate the appeals process.