Sen. Stephen Webber

Maddy summarySB 1656 removes the state sales tax from eligible food items, meaning groceries and similar products purchased for home consumption will not be taxed at the standard rate. It specifically exempts food that qualifies for federal food stamps (like groceries), but excludes restaurants, fast food, and eateries where food sales make up over 80% of revenue. The bill defines "food" broadly to include vending machine sales but clarifies this exemption does not affect local sales taxes. This policy change directly affects grocery shoppers and retailers selling qualifying food items, while excluding dining establishments. The tax revenue previously collected on these items (at 1%) would no longer be collected under this exemption.

Maddy summaryBased solely on the provided context, a detailed summary of SB 1529 cannot be generated. The bill's title ("Modifies provisions relating to public labor organizations") and abstract offer no specific details about the nature of the modifications, affected parties, or concrete policy changes. The recent actions (first read and referral to committee) indicate it is a newly introduced bill with no substantive content provided in the available information. Without additional details on the specific provisions or mechanisms, any summary would be speculative and not fact-based.

Maddy summarySB 923 repeals the legal permission allowing new charter schools to be established in Boone County, Indiana. This bill directly affects Boone County by ending the ability to create new charter schools under current law. The key provision removes the specific authorization from state statutes, meaning no new charter schools could be formed in the county without new legislation. This is a procedural change focused solely on eliminating the existing legal pathway for new charter school openings.

Maddy summaryBased solely on the provided context, a substantive summary of SB 924 cannot be generated. The bill's title ("Compassionate Assistance for Rape Emergencies (CARE) Act") and recent procedural actions (prefiled, referred to committee) are listed, but the official abstract and summary sections contain no specific policy details, affected groups, or mechanisms. Without concrete provisions in the provided context, describing what the bill does or who it affects is not possible. The bill appears to be in an early stage of consideration with no substantive details available for summary.

Maddy summarySB 922 creates a new offense for minors under 18 who knowingly possess a handgun or handgun ammunition, classifying it as a class A misdemeanor. The bill directly affects minors, with specific exceptions allowing possession during supervised farm/ranch activities, military service, inheritance, or self-defense in a residence. Key provisions clarify that firearms transferred properly to minors for permitted activities (like target practice with parental consent) won't lead to permanent confiscation, and confiscated items must be returned to owners if not involved in crime. The law also updates rules for firearm confiscation in felony cases involving firearms, ensuring minors' legally transferred weapons aren't permanently taken.

To appropriate money for the several departments and offices of state government, and the several divisions and programs thereof, for planning and capital improvements

Maddy summarySB 13 modifies Missouri's Working Family Tax Credit to provide a state tax credit equal to 10% (potentially increasing to 20%) of the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) amount. It directly affects low-income Missouri workers who qualify for the federal EITC and file state income tax returns. The credit percentage increase to 20% depends on Missouri's net general revenue exceeding prior years by at least $150 million. The Department of Revenue must proactively notify eligible taxpayers who didn't claim the credit and report annual usage statistics, including income ranges of recipients. The credit cannot exceed tax liability and is not refundable or carry forward to future years.

Maddy summarySB 14 modifies Missouri's income tax structure to create a dedicated Disaster Relief Fund. It imposes a new 1% tax on Missouri taxable income exceeding $1 million starting in 2026, with all revenues directed to the fund. The fund, managed by the state treasurer, must be used exclusively by the Department of Public Safety for disaster relief as declared by the governor, including emergencies in cities outside counties (75% of funds) or other areas (25%). This tax and fund expire December 31, 2028, and the bill does not affect tax rates below $1 million.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SCR 9) is procedural, creating a "Commission on Interstate 70 Safety and Beautification." It establishes the commission but does not specify concrete safety measures, beautification projects, or funding mechanisms. The commission's direct effect is limited to its own formation; no specific policies or affected groups are defined in the provided abstract. As a procedural resolution, it requires no legislative action beyond its passage.

Requires the University of Missouri to enter into an agreement with the State Treasurer to establish a separate custodial account for moneys in the University's Seminary Fund