HB 2946 reduces Missouri's tax assessment rate for tangible personal property (like business equipment, vehicles, and inventory) over a three-year phase-in. It lowers the assessment percentage from 33.33% before 2027 to 22% in 2027, 11.11% in 2028, and 0.01% (effectively eliminating the tax) starting in 2029. This directly affects businesses and individuals who own taxable tangible personal property subject to county-level property taxes. The bill repeals the existing assessment rate in Section 137.115 of Missouri law and replaces it with these new phased reductions.
HB 2955 creates a Missouri tax credit for businesses and organizations providing services to homeless individuals. Eligible taxpayers (such as job training agencies, employment providers, or housing organizations) can claim up to $10,000 annually in income tax credits for services like job training, employment (28+ hours/week at minimum wage), or housing support specifically for homeless persons. Certification by the Department of Economic Development is required, with annual renewal, and credits are non-refundable but carry forward for up to three years. The total annual credit amount is capped at $1 million. This bill directly affects service providers who meet the certification criteria, not homeless individuals themselves.
HB 2939 requires the Department of Transportation to organize all spending for projects in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) by county. It mandates that project details specify the county where work occurs and include itemized costs. After projects finish, the Department must send itemized reports to the county where the project was located. Additionally, the Department must submit annual reports to the General Assembly by January 1, 2027, and each year after, detailing STIP spending organized by county. This bill primarily affects the Department of Transportation and local counties by standardizing how transportation project spending data is reported and shared.
HB 2930 requires students renewing Missouri's empowerment scholarship to provide proof of household income, demonstrating that their annual income does not exceed 300% of the income standard for free and reduced-price lunch programs. This requirement applies to all renewal applications and determines eligibility for the next school year; exceeding this threshold makes a student ineligible. The bill does not alter the existing list of allowable expenses, which include tuition, textbooks, educational therapies, and approved technology at qualifying schools. It directly affects families seeking to continue using the scholarship for their children's education.
This Missouri legislative resolution urges Congress to repeal the 1790 Residence Act and designate Missouri as the U.S. capital, based on the 2020 census showing Missouri as the population center of the contiguous United States. It does not change any law or create new policy but formally requests Congress consider relocating the capital. The resolution has no legal effect and serves as a symbolic statement from Missouri lawmakers to the federal government. It directly affects Missouri's legislative position but does not bind Congress or alter the current capital location in Washington, D.C.
HB 2963 designates January as "Blood Donor Awareness Month" in the state, encouraging public activities to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation. The bill states that blood and blood products are critical public health assets requiring constant availability, urging residents to observe the month through community efforts. This is a ceremonial designation with no new funding or regulations, aimed at promoting voluntary blood donation.
HB 2949, the "Sudden Cardiac Arrest Screening Act," requires Missouri K-12 schools to implement cardiac screening for student athletes starting in the 2027-28 school year. It mandates annual educational materials about sudden cardiac arrest risks for athletes, parents, and coaches; requires signed acknowledgment forms before participation; and mandates cardiovascular prescreening during physical exams using evidence-based guidelines (including personal/family history and physical checks). Coaches must complete annual cardiac training, and schools must track referrals to cardiologists and report annual screening data to the state health department. The law directly affects all student athletes in public and private K-12 schools, their parents, school staff, and medical professionals conducting physicals.
HB 2794 designates December 6th each year as "Reuben Shelton Day" in Missouri to honor Reuben Shelton, a prominent legal leader who was the first African American elected president of the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis and the St. Louis Bar Foundation, and a former president of the Missouri Bar Association. The bill commemorates his life and achievements in law and community service through state recognition. It has no policy impact or financial obligations, as it is a symbolic designation without new legal requirements or affected parties. The bill was introduced in the Missouri House on January 7, 2026.
HJR 162 would require at least 20% of eligible voters to cast ballots in elections for new property tax bonds or renewals of existing property tax levies. For such measures to pass, they must also receive majority support from voters who participate. This directly affects local governments and school districts seeking to fund services like roads or schools through property tax levies. The bill sets these dual thresholds to ensure broader community engagement before tax-related measures can be approved.
HB 2969 updates Missouri's motor vehicle registration and safety inspection rules. It requires owners of newer vehicles (under 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles) to provide odometer information, which the state will retain for 10 years. The bill also adds documentation requirements for reconstructed, salvage, or specially modified vehicles and mandates that insurance companies notify owners of these vehicle types after claims. Additionally, it offers voluntary $1 donations for blindness education or organ donor programs during registration, with a class B misdemeanor penalty for non-compliance. The changes primarily affect vehicle owners, insurers, and the state's revenue office during registration processes.
HB 2991 allows cities to permit mixed-use residential (65%+ residential space) and multifamily residential (3+ units) developments in areas already zoned for offices, retail, or commercial use without requiring special zoning changes or extra approvals. It restricts cities from imposing stricter density limits (capping at 36 units/acre), building height rules (max 45 feet), or parking requirements (no more than one space per unit) than those applied to commercial buildings. The bill also simplifies conversions of existing commercial buildings to residential use by removing requirements for traffic studies, new parking, or utility upgrades beyond existing capacity. This directly affects developers building housing projects and city governments managing zoning regulations.
HB 2971 requires Missouri's MO HealthNet division to create a public dashboard for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (or their caregivers) to track application, review, and waiver status. It mandates a filterable provider directory for durable medical equipment, plain-language communications about waitlists, and quarterly guidance for case management entities. The bill also establishes a reporting system for incorrect waitlist information, with escalating penalties for repeated errors by service providers. These changes directly affect people seeking disability services through MO HealthNet and their families.
