HB 544 updates pesticide registration and labeling rules in the state. It requires manufacturers and distributors to submit complete product labeling - including usage directions and claims - with an annual $200 fee per pesticide, funding state pesticide programs. The bill also allows a $50 late fee for missed renewals and confirms that federally approved EPA labels for cancer warnings meet state requirements. These changes apply directly to pesticide businesses operating within the state.
HB 32 lowers the age requirement for enrollment in adult high schools from 21 to 18 years old, directly affecting adults aged 18 or older without a high school diploma. The bill establishes new adult high schools that must offer high school diplomas alongside industry certification programs, childcare for students, and flexible learning options (including limited online instruction). It requires nonprofit organizations to meet specific criteria, such as partnerships with colleges and plans to address local workforce needs, while ensuring diplomas are equivalent to traditional high school credentials with no distinguishing marks. The legislation also adjusts admission preferences to prioritize students receiving income-based assistance and clarifies how student transfers affect school dropout rate reporting.
HB 563 removes registration requirements for landowners seeking hunting permits on their own property. It requires the wildlife commission to issue permits to any landowner (resident or nonresident) owning at least five acres who requests one. The bill also allows landowners to obtain free two-day hunting permits for one nonresident immediate family member per year, with a maximum of one such permit annually. This directly affects landowners with five or more acres who hunt wildlife on their property.
HB 538 requires all school staff and volunteers who work directly with students - including bus drivers, teachers, aides, and mentors - to undergo criminal background checks before being left alone with students. The bill mandates that these checks, including fingerprinting and state/federal record searches, be completed annually and remain valid for one year, transferable between school districts. It also specifies that school districts must conduct annual checks against criminal history, sex offender, and child abuse registries for all staff, with fees paid by applicants. The law applies to all public and charter schools in Missouri, affecting anyone interacting with students in educational settings.
This resolution directs Missouri's House and Senate to hold a joint meeting on February 26, 2025, to formally receive a message from Chief Justice Mary Rhodes Russell of the Missouri Supreme Court. It specifies that committees of 10 members from each chamber will escort the Chief Justice to the session and inform her the legislature is organized and ready for business. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policies - it solely governs the ceremonial meeting between the legislative and judicial branches. The bill's sole purpose is to facilitate this official communication between the branches of state government.
This Missouri House resolution (HR 141) establishes formal rules for the Committee on Ethics to handle complaints about ethical misconduct by House members. It defines key terms like "ethical misconduct" (including crimes, conflicts of interest, neglect of duty, or conduct harming public trust) and sets a six-year limit for complaints (except for felonies or sexual offenses). The rules require written complaints with specific details, mandate confidentiality, and outline procedures for referrals, investigations (including outside counsel for sexual harassment claims), and committee hearings. The resolution governs the committee's process but does not change substantive ethics laws or impose new penalties.
HCR 1 is a procedural resolution that schedules a joint session of the Missouri General Assembly for Governor Mike Kehoe to deliver the State of the State Address. It specifies the date (January 28, 2025), time (2:30 p.m.), and location (House Hall) for this session, and directs committees from both chambers to escort the Governor and inform him the Assembly is organized and ready. This bill does not create policy changes but sets the formal procedure for the Governor’s address, directly affecting the General Assembly’s schedule and the Governor’s communication with lawmakers.
This is a procedural bill (SR 19) that modifies two specific Senate rules (Rules 25 and 28) related to the structure and operation of the Senate's standing committees. It does not create new policy but changes internal Senate committee procedures. The bill was introduced and adopted by the Senate on January 14-15, 2025. Specific changes to Rules 25 and 28 are not detailed in the provided context, so the exact nature of the modifications affecting committee operations cannot be described.
This House Resolution establishes the procedural rules for the House of Representatives during the 103rd General Assembly. It sets the daily meeting time at 10:00 a.m. unless changed, outlines the sequence for handling business (including introduction of bills, committee reports, and prayer), and details how bills are read (first and second reading via journal entry). The resolution also specifies the process for electing House officers like the Speaker at the start of each session and governs how parliamentary points of order are handled. It directly affects House members, staff, and committee members who conduct daily legislative business.
SCR 1 is a procedural resolution establishing a joint committee of the General Assembly to organize the January 13, 2025, inaugural events. It does not create policy changes but formally appoints committee members (20 from the Senate and 37 from the House) to oversee the event logistics. The bill directly affects the General Assembly by designating specific legislators to manage the inaugural proceedings. It was adopted by both chambers and committee appointments were finalized on January 13, 2025. This is a standard procedural measure for coordinating legislative events, not a policy bill.
This bill (HR 1) adopts the previous legislative session's rules as the temporary operating procedures for the House of Representatives during the 103rd General Assembly. It directly affects how the House conducts its business, including debate, committee assignments, and voting procedures. The bill contains no substantive policy changes - it simply establishes continuity in House operations until new rules are formally adopted. As a procedural measure, it has no impact on public policy or specific constituents.
This bill (HR 2) names the permanent officers for the 103rd General Assembly, directly affecting the operational structure of the legislative body. It appoints Joseph Engler as Chief Clerk, Charles Hildebrand as Doorkeeper, Randy Werner as Sergeant-at-Arms, and Reverend Monsignor Robert Kurwicki as Chaplain. The bill was adopted on January 8, 2025, establishing these leadership roles for the new legislative session.
