Maddy summaryThis bill updates the state law regarding unlawful possession of a firearm by clarifying and expanding the specific circumstances under which such possession is considered a crime. It directly affects individuals who have been convicted of felonies, domestic assault in the fourth degree, or those subject to certain protective court orders restraining them from harassing or threatening others. The legislation reclassifies the offense as a class D felony, or a class C felony if the person has a prior dangerous felony conviction, while explicitly excluding antique firearms from these restrictions. By detailing the conditions for criminal liability, the bill aims to provide clearer guidelines on when firearm possession is illegal, particularly for people with specific criminal histories or court-ordered restrictions.
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Maddy summaryThis bill allows courts to reduce life without parole sentences or sentences of thirty years or more to life with the possibility of parole for specific individuals. To qualify, the offender must have served at least thirty years, have been under twenty years old when the crime occurred, have no prior dangerous felony convictions, and demonstrate rehabilitation through programs and good behavior while incarcerated. If granted a sentence reduction, the offender must also provide character references from correction staff, support letters from community residents, and a detailed plan for their safe return home. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Division of Probation and Parole supervise these individuals for their entire natural lives, even after they become eligible for release.
Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the state's diaper bank tax credit program and introduces a sales tax exemption for diapers, feminine hygiene products, and incontinence supplies. Under the new provisions, taxpayers can claim a tax credit equal to fifty percent of their donations to nonprofit diaper banks that meet specific criteria, such as distributing products through schools and healthcare facilities. The bill also establishes a sales tax exemption for the purchase of these essential hygiene items, aiming to reduce financial barriers for families. Additionally, it sets a cumulative limit of $500,000 on the total tax credits available each year and requires the Department of Social Services to oversee which organizations qualify as diaper banks.
Maddy summaryThis bill abolishes the death penalty in Missouri and mandates that anyone convicted of first-degree murder be sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole, except by an act of the governor. It achieves this by repealing existing statutes that authorized capital punishment and replacing them with new sections that specify life without parole as the mandatory penalty for adults aged eighteen and older. The legislation also clarifies how offenses are classified based on potential prison terms and outlines rules for combining homicide charges with other crimes during legal proceedings. These changes directly affect the sentencing outcomes for individuals convicted of murder and alter the legal framework governing capital cases in the state.
Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment that would prevent the General Assembly from changing or repealing laws created by citizen initiatives without first holding a public vote. Under this rule, any law passed directly by voters could only be altered or canceled through a referendum, ensuring the public has a say in modifying such measures. The change aims to balance the power between the legislature and the electorate by restricting how easily citizen-driven laws can be overturned by lawmakers.
Maddy summaryHB 1598 requires election authorities in Missouri to provide Braille ballots to voters who request them. The bill also mandates that voter registration applications be available in English, Spanish, and Braille to improve accessibility for blind and visually impaired citizens. These changes aim to ensure that individuals with visual impairments can independently access voting materials and registration forms. By updating the forms and ballot options, the legislation seeks to remove physical barriers to participation in the electoral process.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires landlords to begin fixing serious health and safety issues, such as pest infestations, mold, or roof leaks, within 30 days of receiving written notice from a tenant. If a landlord fails to start repairs within that timeframe, they become financially responsible for any resulting health care costs and other damages suffered by the tenant. The law also mandates that a licensed inspector must verify the repairs are complete before the landlord is considered to have fulfilled their obligations.
Maddy summaryThis bill prevents local governments in the state from creating new rules or enforcing existing ones regarding the sale, ownership, and use of firearms, with specific exceptions for open carry regulations that match state law. It explicitly bars counties, cities, and towns from passing ordinances that restrict how people buy, transfer, or possess guns, unless those rules align exactly with current state statutes. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that making and selling firearms is not considered a public nuisance and shields manufacturers from lawsuits brought by local governments, while still allowing individuals to sue for defective products.
Maddy summaryHB 1492 establishes a $4 admission fee for each person boarding an excursion gambling boat in Missouri, with the revenue split among several specific funds. One dollar goes to the state gaming commission, one dollar is directed to the local home dock city or county, and the remaining two dollars are divided between a veterans capital improvement trust and two legacy funds dedicated to preserving Missouri's steamboat and transportation history. The bill also mandates that the admission fee be adjusted annually based on the federal consumer price index and clarifies that licensees must collect this fee even for complimentary tickets, while prohibiting additional local taxes on gambling operations.
Maddy summaryHB 1597 amends the state legal expense fund to allow the state of Missouri to pay damages in lawsuits brought against various state employees and contracted health care providers. The bill specifically expands the fund's coverage to include physicians and other medical professionals who provide uncompensated primary care services to patients in state correctional facilities, county jails, schools, and community health centers. Under this legislation, the state would be liable for judgments resulting from claims against these individuals when they are performing official duties or providing free medical services under specific contracts. The law establishes financial caps on payments, limiting the total amount the fund can pay for a single claim or group of related claims to one million or five hundred thousand dollars depending on the provider category.