HB 3479 modifies Kansas City police employment rules by requiring officers to retire at age 65 or upon reaching 35 years of service, whichever comes later. It also establishes new hiring standards, mandating that officers be U.S. citizens, able to read/write English, of good character, and at least 21 years old. The bill grants the police board sole authority to set employment conditions, including requiring competitive exams for hiring and establishing qualification lists for appointments. These changes directly affect Kansas City police officers and applicants, focusing on retirement timing and hiring qualifications.
SB 1678 creates a tax credit for Missouri taxpayers who contribute to approved child care providers or intermediaries (nonprofits distributing funds to providers). The credit covers 75% of eligible contributions, with a minimum of $100 and maximum of $200,000 per year, but only for funds used to support child care for children 12 and under (e.g., facility upgrades, staff training, or quality improvements). Child care providers must apply to the Missouri Department of Economic Development for approval and verify contributions within 60 days, while taxpayers must receive a documented verification to claim the credit. The credit is non-refundable, cannot be transferred, and may be carried forward for up to six years if unused in the initial tax year.
SB 1691 streamlines licensure for healthcare professionals in Missouri who hold valid licenses in other states or jurisdictions, allowing them to practice telehealth services without retaking exams or meeting additional experience requirements. It directly affects healthcare workers licensed elsewhere (including military or law enforcement spouses moving to Missouri) who have held a valid license for at least one year in their previous jurisdiction. Key provisions require Missouri licensing boards to waive exams and experience requirements for eligible applicants within six months (or 30 days for military/law enforcement spouses), while maintaining standards like background checks and fees. The bill does not apply to business licenses, interstate compacts, or cases where an applicant’s license is under disciplinary action.
SB 1676, known as "Mason's Law," creates a voluntary designation for Missouri residents with health conditions that may impair communication with law enforcement. To qualify, individuals must obtain certification from a physician or psychologist confirming a likely 5-year communication impairment and apply during motor vehicle registration. Approved applicants receive a designation visible to law enforcement via Missouri's MULES system, which will remain active for five years and require renewal with updated certification. The law also mandates that law enforcement agencies receive training on this system.
SB 1690 prevents individuals who intentionally kill someone from inheriting from that person's estate. It requires killers to forfeit all estate benefits, including will bequests, homestead allowances, elective shares, and any fiduciary appointments. The bill revokes all gifts or roles (like executor) in wills or trusts naming the killer, and converts joint property ownership to tenancy in common. Third parties, such as banks, must halt payments after receiving written notice of the forfeiture but are protected if they acted in good faith before notice.
SB 1692 replaces multiple Missouri statutes related to abortion with new definitions and reporting requirements. It defines key terms like "abortion" (including termination for reasons other than live birth), "unborn child" (from conception), and "abortion facility" (clinics or offices performing abortions outside hospitals). The bill adds abortion facilities to mandatory reporting requirements for healthcare-associated infections and financial data under Missouri's hospital reporting laws. These changes create a new administrative framework for tracking abortion services and facility compliance, without altering current abortion access rules.
SB 1679 requires Missouri's Department of Revenue to add property tax data to its existing public website mapping feature that already shows sales and use tax rates. The bill mandates that political subdivisions (like school districts, fire districts, and cities) collecting property taxes must submit accurate geographic data by specific deadlines (property tax data by January 2027) to be included in the map. The public will be able to view current property tax levies and sales/use tax rates for all jurisdictions on interactive maps, with options to overlay legislative districts. This creates a centralized, accessible resource for residents to compare tax rates across different local taxing authorities. The Department of Revenue must implement the property tax mapping feature by July 2027 using data from the state auditor's reports.
SB 1677, known as "Calvin's Law," requires motorcycle operators to ensure children under 10 years old riding as passengers have both feet on foot pegs and use a proper passenger seat (with medical exemption available), while also mandating protective headgear for all child passengers under 10. It affects motorcycle operators transporting young passengers, with penalties including fines up to $100 for violations involving children under 10. The law also specifies that headgear violations for children under 10 carry a $100 maximum fine (compared to $25 for others), with no court costs or license points for headgear non-compliance. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.
SB 1680 modifies Missouri's rules for SNAP (food stamp) eligibility for individuals convicted of felony offenses involving controlled substances. It allows these individuals to qualify for SNAP benefits if they meet four specific conditions: (1) participating in or completing an approved substance abuse treatment program, (2) complying with court and treatment obligations, (3) avoiding new substance-related offenses within one year, and (4) providing documented sobriety through voluntary urinalysis testing. The bill requires applicants to provide evidence of compliance to the Department of Social Services, which will work with the Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse to establish implementation rules. This change exempts eligible individuals from a federal disqualification that previously barred them from SNAP benefits after such convictions.
SB 1687 modifies Missouri's MO HealthNet program to clarify how the state recovers payments from third parties (like insurance companies or liable entities) when they are responsible for medical costs. It establishes MO HealthNet as the "payer of last resort," requiring third parties to reimburse the state for covered services paid by MO HealthNet, with claims due within three years of service. The bill specifies that insurers must process valid subrogation claims without denying them for late submission, missing documentation, or prior authorization issues (except for Medicare plans), and limits reimbursement to amounts the insurer would have paid if billed properly. This directly affects MO HealthNet participants, healthcare providers, and third-party insurers by streamlining recovery processes and setting clear timelines.
SB 1681 creates a new pathway for specific inmates to request parole after serving 30 years. It applies to individuals sentenced to life without parole for offenses committed before October 1, 1984, who are 60+ years old, have no prior dangerous felony convictions, are not sex offenders, and have served at least 50 years of their sentence. To qualify, they must demonstrate good conduct, self-rehabilitation, a workable release plan with community support, and meet assessed risk and mental health criteria during a parole hearing. If granted parole, they would face a minimum five years of probation supervision, while existing parole rules and clemency powers remain unaffected. This bill is currently in early legislative stages (first reading filed February 19, 2026).
SB 1675 allows boards of trustees for urban public library districts to set their own fiscal year dates instead of being required to use July 1 to June 30. This change directly affects library boards and their budgeting processes, giving them flexibility to align fiscal cycles with operational needs. The bill modifies existing law by replacing the default fiscal year with an option for the board to establish different dates. It does not change how funds are managed or disbursed - only the start and end dates for the fiscal year. The bill is procedural and focuses solely on this administrative adjustment.
