HB 2984 clarifies campaign finance rules by defining key terms like "candidate," "committee," and "ballot measure" to set clear reporting requirements. It specifies when an individual becomes a "candidate" (e.g., receiving contributions or announcing a run) and establishes thresholds for small committees (e.g., groups spending under $500 annually). The bill also defines types of committees, such as "candidate committees" controlled directly by the candidate, and outlines when committees must terminate. These changes primarily affect candidates, campaign groups, and political committees required to file financial reports.
HB 2980 requires counties to issue permits for solar power plants before the state can approve them. It sets specific rules: solar farms must be at least 1,000 feet from homes, schools, or churches; 300 feet from other properties; and 250 feet from roads, with noise limits of 45 decibels. Developers must submit safety plans, hold public meetings, and provide decommissioning plans with a bond covering 125% of cleanup costs before construction begins. The bill directly affects solar developers and county governments by adding local permitting requirements and cleanup accountability.
HB 2986 allows minors who were legally married before August 28, 2025, to file for divorce, legal separation, or marriage invalidity without needing consent from their custodial parent or guardian. The bill directly affects minors in such marriages by removing a legal barrier to ending their marital status. Key provisions specify that these petitions must follow standard court procedures under sections 452.300-452.415, including using "petition" and "respondent" terminology. This change applies only to marriages finalized prior to the specified date, making it a targeted policy adjustment for affected minors.
HCR 26 is a Missouri legislative resolution that formally cancels all previous state applications requesting Congress to call an Article V constitutional convention. It directly affects Missouri's standing in the national process for proposing constitutional amendments, removing the state's past requests from the official tally. The resolution instructs Missouri's leaders to submit this cancellation to Congress and request its publication in the Congressional Record.
HB 2996, the "Missouri Housing Predictability and Transparency Act," would limit rent increases for tenants renewing residential leases after January 1, 2027. Landlords could raise rent by no more than 7% plus the U.S. inflation rate (CPI) or 10% - whichever is lower - within a year, and must provide tenants 90 days' written notice detailing the new rent, percentage change, and the tenant's right to request proof. The bill excludes new construction (first 15 years), major renovations (25%+ investment), subsidized nonprofit housing, and tenants behind on rent. Tenants could sue for violations, seeking damages, legal fees, and penalties up to three times the illegal rent increase.
HB 2994 removes the restriction requiring motorcycle auxiliary lights to be only amber or white, allowing any color lighting instead. It mandates that such lights must be non-blinking, non-flashing, and properly mounted to avoid distracting drivers (directed toward the motorcycle's engine/drive train). The bill applies directly to motorcycle owners, operators, and manufacturers of auxiliary lighting equipment. Technical requirements for modulated lighting systems are included but do not affect the core policy change allowing any color.
HB 2995 requires radon measurement, mitigation, and laboratory professionals and businesses to obtain state licenses starting January 1, 2027, for any paid services. It mandates certification through EPA-recognized programs, proof of insurance, and adherence to board-established standards, applying to all businesses or individuals offering radon testing, fixing, or analysis for compensation. Homeowners testing their own single-family homes or using state-provided test kits remain exempt, as do renters using kits purchased for personal use. The Board of Radon Safety will oversee licensing, enforce rules, and manage business entity licenses for radon service providers.
HB 3001 allows Missouri school districts to deduct specific payments directly from employees' paychecks when requested by 10 or more employees. These deductions cover items like retirement accounts, credit unions, insurance premiums, or voluntary contributions, with payments processed within 15 days. The bill explicitly prohibits deductions for professional associations or political funds. It also clarifies that school boards aren't liable for good-faith errors in processing these deductions. The law affects all public school employees who choose to authorize such payroll deductions.
HB 2993 requires all Missouri lottery draw games tickets and scratchers tickets to display their expiration date prominently on the front of the ticket, starting January 1, 2027. This directly affects lottery players, who will clearly see when tickets expire to claim winnings, and draw games lottery retailers, who must ensure tickets meet this requirement. The key provision mandates that the expiration date appear in a conspicuous location on the ticket itself, rather than in less visible areas. This change aims to improve transparency about ticket validity for consumers.
HCR 35 is a symbolic resolution (not a binding bill) urging the Missouri legislature to fund the purchase of the Kansas City Chiefs football team and recoup costs by selling shares to Missouri residents. It proposes that the state appropriate money to buy the team and then sell shares to the public, framed as a way to foster "ownership" among Missourians. The resolution has no legal force and remains a non-binding expression of support, as it was introduced in 2026 but has not advanced beyond initial readings.
HB 3008 expands pharmacists' scope of practice to include managing medication treatment plans under physician protocols for specific conditions like minor illnesses, emergencies, or chronic conditions without requiring a new diagnosis. It permits pharmacists to prescribe nicotine replacement therapy, administer certain vaccines (excluding specific high-risk types), and provide HIV postexposure prophylaxis, all while working within defined boundaries. The bill requires written protocols from physicians (not nurses or physician assistants) and explicitly prohibits pharmacists from diagnosing or independently prescribing outside these specified scenarios. It also clarifies that pharmacists remain responsible for supervising support staff and maintains existing regulations for pharmacy ownership and nonprescription drug sales.
HB 3007 updates Missouri's licensing requirements for psychologists. It requires doctoral degree holders from accredited programs (or programs meeting specific criteria like core curriculum and supervision standards) to complete three semester hours of domestic violence training. Applicants must also accumulate at least 1,500 hours of supervised internship experience and 2,000 total professional experience hours. The bill applies to new license applicants and provides a transition option for those who began their education before August 28, 1990, allowing them to choose between old and new requirements.
