This bill directs the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to create an educational pamphlet about nonopioid options for treating pain. The document must follow current Centers for Disease Control guidelines and cover both drug and non-drug treatments, along with their pros and cons. Starting in January 2025, the department will share the latest version of this pamphlet with local health agencies and community clinics, with updates required every two years.
This bill stops a specific rule change that would have updated regulations for the state's Virtual Instruction Program. By disapproving the final order, it prevents the proposed amendments to the administrative code from taking effect. The measure is currently being processed by the House Rules and Legislative Oversight Committee. If it passes both chambers, the new rules governing virtual learning options will not be implemented.
SB 835 modifies several state laws to update how public funds are managed and invested. The bill allows the state treasurer to invest up to $1.2 billion in linked deposits for specific sectors like farming, local businesses, and job creation, while also establishing new rules for how municipalities must competitively select banks to hold their public funds. Additionally, the legislation prohibits state and local government entities from accepting payments or participating in tests involving central bank digital currency. It also introduces requirements to prevent discrimination in government contracting based on a vendor's environmental, social, and governance scores.
This bill proposes an amendment to the Missouri Constitution to change how state and local taxes are structured. It allows the General Assembly to define income for tax purposes using federal laws and sets a maximum state income tax rate of 5.5%. Additionally, it prevents sales taxes from being expanded to cover new services or transactions that were not taxed as of January 1, 2015, with specific exceptions for digital subscriptions and online purchases. The measure also bans sales taxes on video services if a separate franchise fee is already charged to the provider. If approved by voters, these changes would take effect at the next general election in November 2024.
This bill proposes to change the official statewide mission of Missouri Southern State University. The legislation would update the university's stated purpose as defined by the state. It directly affects the institution by altering its formal mission statement. The bill is currently in the legislative process and has been referred to the House Rules Committee for review.
SB 1363 modifies the rules for calculating and setting salaries for various county officials in Missouri, including prosecutors, coroners, and other administrative staff. The bill designates specific existing pay scales as base schedules for these positions and requires county salary commissions to compute final compensation, ensuring that any percentage-based adjustments apply equally to all officials within a county. It also grants salary commissions the authority to approve specific dollar increases for part-time prosecutors and county offices, as well as a separate increase for county coroners in non-charter counties. Additionally, the legislation allows salary commissions in third-class counties to adjust pay based on assessed valuation factors exceeding $300 million.
This bill updates the legal definitions and licensing rules for child care facilities in Missouri to clarify which programs require state oversight. It directly affects anyone operating a home or facility that cares for children away from their homes, including parents, day care centers, and religious organizations. The law establishes specific criteria for what counts as a licensed facility, such as caring for more than six children or three children under two years old, while creating exemptions for small family settings, schools, camps, and religious groups that do not operate as businesses. Additionally, the bill clarifies that facilities receiving state or federal funds generally cannot claim these exemptions, ensuring that publicly funded care remains under regulatory supervision.
This bill designates February 24 of every year as "SCN2A Awareness Day" throughout the state of Missouri. The primary effect is to encourage public recognition and discussion of SCN2A, a specific medical condition, during this designated time. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change government operations, but rather serves as a symbolic observance. The measure is a procedural resolution intended to raise awareness rather than to implement concrete policy changes.
This bill updates the rules for how Missouri sewer districts are governed and managed. It changes the size and selection process for the boards of trustees depending on the county's population and government type. In most counties, the governing body will appoint five trustees, while larger, charter counties will have a ten-member board including mayors and county officials. The legislation also sets specific limits on how much these trustees can be paid for their service and outlines procedures for filling vacancies.
This bill modifies how Missouri calculates individual income tax by adjusting the state's adjusted gross income based on federal tax rules. It requires taxpayers to add back certain federal tax refunds and specific deductions, such as interest on municipal bonds and changes related to net operating losses, while also allowing subtractions for items like interest on U.S. government bonds and specific capital gains. These changes aim to align state tax calculations more closely with federal provisions, affecting both resident and nonresident individuals filing Missouri tax returns. The legislation updates existing statutes to reflect these new inclusion and exclusion criteria for various financial transactions.
SB 1298 modifies the rules governing cotton trailers, which are specialized vehicles used to transport harvested cotton. The bill directly affects agricultural businesses and logistics companies that rely on these trailers for moving crops. While the official abstract does not detail specific changes, the legislation amends existing provisions to update how these trailers are regulated. This update aims to align the regulations with current operational standards for cotton transport.
SB 964 designates specific dates in Missouri to honor various individuals, groups, and causes, ranging from public servants and athletes to medical awareness campaigns and cultural events. The bill establishes annual observances such as "Chris Sifford Day," "Blake C. Snyder Day," and "Eddie Gaedel Day" to commemorate the legacies of these figures. It also creates awareness days for health conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and amyloidosis, and recognizes contributions from professions including advanced practice registered nurses. Additionally, the legislation sets aside time to celebrate cultural milestones, such as "Missouri Compost Awareness Week" and "Kappa Alpha Psi Week." These designations encourage citizens and institutions to participate in related activities and events throughout the year.
