HB 361 Missouri House · 2025 Regular Session

Modifies provisions relating to blind pensions

HB 361 modifies Missouri's blind pension eligibility rules to clarify who qualifies for annual payments. It sets asset limits (excluding primary homes and up to $100,000 in ABLE accounts), requires surrendering driver's licenses (with a free non-driver card option), and establishes income thresholds for sighted spouses. The bill directly affects blind Missourians aged 18+ who lost sight while residing in the state and meet residency requirements. Key provisions include mandatory vision tests for recipients, reporting address changes within 10 days, and excluding certain circumstances like operating vehicles or public begging. These changes aim to align state rules with federal requirements and clarify program administration.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
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Governor
Introduced Dec 3, 2024 Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Dec 3, 2024
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Yolanda Young
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