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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1899: Designates the first full week in May as "Missouri Compost Awareness Week"

HB 1899 designates the first full week in May each year as "Missouri Compost Awareness Week." The bill encourages Missouri citizens to participate in events promoting composting food scraps and yard waste to improve soil health. It does not create new regulations or funding but formally recognizes this annual observance through state law. The designation applies statewide and aims to raise public awareness about composting benefits.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes composting awareness to improve soil health and reduce waste, aligning with environmental conservation goals without new regulations or funding.85% confidence
Adrian Plank (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1901: Modifies provisions relating to indoor air quality

HB 1901 replaces Missouri's outdated indoor air quality laws with a new "Missouri Clean Indoor Air Act" (sections 191.2710-191.2750). The bill prohibits smoking and vaping in most enclosed public areas - including bars, restaurants, and workplaces - while defining specific terms like "bar," "cigar-tobacco bar," and "electronic smoking device" (ESD) to clarify enforcement. It directly affects businesses (employers), employees, and public venues by requiring smoke-free environments, with strict rules for cigar-tobacco bars (e.g., freestanding locations and revenue limits). The law includes penalty provisions for violations and explicitly exempts entryways and certain medical devices.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits smoking/vaping in public spaces, reducing indoor air pollution and aligning with environmental protection goals under pollution control.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits smoking/vaping in public spaces to reduce secondhand smoke exposure, advancing public health protections under healthcare policy.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates smoke-free workplaces, improving employee safety - a key Labor & Employment protection under workplace safety standards.85% confidence
Adrian Plank (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1922: Authorizes income tax deductions for educators and first responders

HB 1922 modifies Missouri's tax computation rules by repealing and replacing section 143.121 of the state tax code. The bill adds specific modifications to federal adjusted gross income for Missouri tax purposes, including adjustments for federal tax refunds (excluding pandemic-related credits), interest on certain government bonds, and net operating losses. It does not create new tax deductions for educators or first responders, as the title suggests, but instead adjusts how existing tax calculations are processed. The changes primarily affect how Missouri calculates taxable income based on federal tax filings, with no direct new benefits specified for any profession.
Marty Murray (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2541: Designates April fifteenth each year as "Samuel Dale Brownback Awareness Day"

HB 2541 designates April 15th each year as "Samuel Dale Brownback Awareness Day" in Missouri. The bill encourages Missouri citizens, particularly state legislators, to reflect on tax policy outcomes in other states that eliminated income taxes - including budget deficits, credit downgrades, and cuts to education and infrastructure - aiming to promote evidence-based tax decisions in Missouri. This is a commemorative resolution with no direct policy changes or affected parties.
Aaron Crossley (D)
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2577: Modifies provisions governing community college degree programs in certain workforce fields when labor shortages exists

HB 2577 modifies Missouri's rules for community colleges offering bachelor's degrees. It allows these programs only when the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center (MERIC) confirms a workforce shortage in a field, or when accreditation/licensure requirements increase to a bachelor's level. The bill sets a 50% cap on state funding for community college operating costs (covering salaries, instruction, and administration). It directly affects community colleges seeking to expand degree offerings in high-demand fields and students pursuing these programs. The law replaces existing provisions with clearer definitions and conditions for program approval.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes 50% cap on state funding for community college operating costs, directly restricting government spending on higher education programs.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationCaps state funding at 50% for community college operations and restricts degree program expansion to workforce shortage scenarios, limiting educational access and funding.85% confidence
Brad Banderman (R)
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2542: Designates March first each year as "Dr. Mun Choi Day" in Missouri

HB 2542 designates March 1st each year as "Dr. Mun Choi Day" in Missouri to honor Dr. Mun Choi, the 24th president of the University of Missouri system. The bill encourages citizens to participate in events celebrating his contributions to the university and state. This is a symbolic observance with no legal requirements or policy changes.
John Simmons (R)
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2579: Modifies provisions for net metering

HB 2579, titled the "Net Metering and Easy Connection Act," modifies Missouri's net metering rules to set a 5% cap on the total capacity of small renewable energy systems (up to 100 kilowatts) connected to the grid. It requires electric utilities to offer net metering on a first-come, first-served basis until the combined capacity of all such systems reaches 5% of the utility's peak electricity demand from the previous year. After this cap is met, utilities' governing bodies may increase the limit, but they are not required to approve new applications if the total capacity would exceed the cap in a given year. This directly affects residential and small business customers with solar or similar renewable systems and the electric utilities serving them.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyImposes 5% cap on small renewable systems, restricting grid connections after threshold and blocking further renewable development under net metering rules.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill imposes 5% cap on small renewable systems, restricting net metering expansion and limiting clean energy adoption growth.85% confidence
Brad Banderman (R)
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1891: Adds licensed occupational therapists to the definition of "other authorized health care practitioner" for purposes of physician's statements required for disabled license plates and placards

HB 1891 adds licensed occupational therapists to the list of health care professionals authorized to issue physician's statements for Missouri disabled license plates and placards. Currently, only certain providers like physicians, physical therapists, and nurses could certify these statements; this bill expands that to include occupational therapists licensed under Missouri law. The change directly affects disabled drivers needing these plates/placards and occupational therapists who will now be able to certify their patients' eligibility. The bill modifies the definition in Section 301.142 to include occupational therapists as "other authorized health care practitioners" for this specific purpose.
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2575: Modifies provisions relating to income tax

HB 2575 modifies Missouri's individual income tax rates for residents. It sets a fixed top tax rate of 4.95% for tax years 2023-2026, replacing the previous tiered system. Starting in 2027, the top rate will be 4.7% or the existing rate as of January 1, 2027, whichever is lower. Additionally, the bill allows for annual 0.15 percentage point reductions beginning in 2024, potentially lowering the rate to zero over time. This affects all Missouri residents who pay state income tax.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces top income tax rates (4.95% to 4.7%) with annual cuts, providing tax relief for taxpayers.95% confidence
George Hruza (R)
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2578: Modifies the definition of renewable energy resources

HB 2578 modifies Missouri's renewable energy definitions and sets new requirements for electric utilities. It redefines "renewable energy resources" to exclude nuclear energy (previously included under "alternative energy resources") and limits hydropower to small-scale systems (≤10MW without new water projects). The bill establishes a phased renewable energy portfolio standard requiring utilities to supply 2% (2011-2013), 5% (2014-2017), 10% (2018-2020), and 15% (2021+) of electricity from renewable sources, with at least 2% from solar. Utilities can meet requirements by purchasing renewable energy certificates (RECs) or contracting directly with "accelerated renewable buyers" for certain projects.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates increasing renewable portfolio standards (2% to 15%) for utilities, advancing renewable energy adoption despite excluding nuclear and limiting hydropower.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes phased renewable portfolio standards (2% to 15% by 2021) requiring utilities to increase clean energy use, promoting environmental protection despite excluding nuclear from definitions.85% confidence
Brad Banderman (R)
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1936: Changes the age when a person may be excused from serving on a petit and grand jury

HB 1936 lowers the age at which Missouri residents can be excused from jury duty from 75 to 70 years old. It also specifies additional exemptions, including for nursing mothers (with physician certification), health care providers (with service verification), religious employees (with religious supervisor certification), and those facing undue hardship (requiring documented evidence like medical records or tax returns). Individuals must apply for exemption before their jury duty date and provide supporting documentation to the court. This change directly affects older adults and others meeting the new exemption criteria, reducing the burden of jury service for these groups.
Donna Barnes (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1930: Establishes the offense of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder

HB 1930 makes it a class D misdemeanor to knowingly approach within 50 feet of a first responder after receiving an oral warning not to, if the person intends to block their work, threaten them with harm, or harass them. It directly affects individuals who interfere with police, firefighters, or emergency medical personnel (including hospital staff in emergency settings) while they are performing their duties. The law defines "harass" as causing substantial emotional distress without a legitimate purpose. Violations carry penalties including fines or jail time for this new offense.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new class D misdemeanor offense, expanding criminalization (oppose indicator).90% confidence
Melissa Schmidt (R)
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