HB 2842 modifies how commissioners are appointed to the Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority in St. Louis City and County. It reduces city-appointed commissioners from up to three to two, increases county-appointed commissioners from three to five, and sets specific residency requirements for governor-appointed commissioners (e.g., two must live in the city, two in the county). The bill also limits political party representation (no more than two same-party commissioners for city/county appointees, no more than three for governor appointees) and prohibits current elected officials from serving. These changes aim to balance representation and prevent conflicts of interest on the authority’s governing board.
HB 3099 expands prescribing authority for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), excluding nurse anesthetists, to include certain controlled substances. APRNs with a specific nursing board certificate and under collaborative practice agreements with physicians may now prescribe Schedule II-V controlled substances, including hydrocodone for hospice patients, but face restrictions: no self-prescribing, 120-hour supply limits for Schedule II/III medications, and strict written agreements required. The bill mandates detailed written collaborative agreements between APRNs and physicians, including location disclosures for patients and geographic proximity rules (with limited exceptions for rural areas and correctional facilities). It also allows APRNs to prescribe buprenorphine for addiction treatment up to 30 days without refill under physician direction.
HB 3100 creates a new class C misdemeanor offense for intentionally approaching within 25 feet of a first responder after being orally warned to stop, when the person knows the responder is performing duties. It specifically targets actions intended to block the responder’s work, threaten them with physical harm, or harass them (defined as causing substantial emotional distress with no legitimate purpose). The law applies to individuals who ignore such warnings while law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, or hospital emergency staff are on duty. Violators face misdemeanor penalties, with the bill defining "first responder" to include emergency medical personnel and security staff in hospital emergency settings.
HB 2917 creates a "Senior Tenant Bill of Rights" for renters aged 60 or older. It requires landlords to provide written leases before move-in, give 30-day renewal notices, maintain safe housing, disclose all fees upfront, and follow clear rent increase guidelines. Seniors can report violations to adult protective services, which will assist with complaints and connect them to legal aid resources. The bill directly affects landlords renting to seniors and aims to standardize tenant protections for this age group.
HB 2947 restricts how certain city-owned airports can use revenue from airport operations. It applies to cities not within a county that receive federal or state airport funding. The bill requires that all such revenue - like fees from ticket sales or rentals - must be spent only on airport-related costs, including the airport itself, the local airport system, or directly related facilities (like security or baggage systems). It prohibits using these funds for general city services or unrelated projects.
HB 2692 changes Missouri's property tax assessment schedule by requiring new values for all real property - including residential homes - to be set every two years (on odd-numbered years) and applied for the following even-numbered year, replacing the previous annual reassessment. It also adjusts how airport leasehold properties are valued by allowing a deduction for costs paid by non-government parties for improvements made after 2008. Additionally, the bill mandates that assessors submit a two-year assessment maintenance plan to county and state tax authorities for approval. These changes affect all property owners and local tax assessors across Missouri.
HB 3141 modifies school discipline policies and safety reporting requirements, not attendance data as its title suggests. The bill requires school districts to create written discipline policies covering corporal punishment procedures (requiring parental written permission), annual staff training, and mandatory reporting of specific violent crimes (like assault, sexual offenses, or weapons possession) to law enforcement when they occur on school property or during school activities. It also mandates that suspended students involved in such incidents must stay 1,000 feet from school property unless under direct adult supervision or meeting specific exceptions. These changes directly affect school districts, staff, students, and parents by altering disciplinary procedures and safety protocols. The bill is pending (introduced January 2026) and focuses on concrete safety measures, not attendance reporting.
HB 3139 requires Missouri schools to establish standardized computer science courses covering topics like AI, cybersecurity, and algorithms for all grades. It allows these courses to count toward math or science graduation credits while mandating schools to inform students and parents about potential college admission impacts. The bill creates a dedicated fund for teacher training in computer science and requires all high schools to offer at least one CS course by 2023. Schools must also report student demographics in these courses to track participation across gender, race, and special education status.
HB 2733 (proposed legislation) requires content creators who feature minors in compensated online content to set aside earnings in trust accounts for the minor. It defines "minor" as under 18 and specifies when content featuring a minor qualifies for this rule (e.g., 30% of content includes the minor, meeting view thresholds, and $25,000+ annual compensation). The bill mandates creators to maintain records of minor involvement and compensation, with funds held in trust until the minor turns 18. It also gives minors aged 13+ the right to request deletion of their content from social media platforms, requiring platforms to facilitate these requests and enforce removal within 72 hours.
HB 3140 creates a mileage reimbursement component for Missouri's existing dual enrollment scholarship program. It provides eligible high school students with reimbursement for transportation costs (37 cents per mile) when attending dual enrollment courses at locations other than their high school, if the school doesn't offer transportation. To qualify, students must meet standard eligibility requirements including Missouri residency, a 2.5 GPA, and one indicator of economic need (like SNAP or free lunch eligibility). Reimbursements are calculated based on round-trip mileage, require record-keeping, and are paid quarterly. The program is funded through the newly established "Dual Credit and Dual Enrollment Scholarship Fund."
HB 3134 creates Missouri's "Green-to-Blue Bridge Program" to help military veterans transition to law enforcement. It allows veterans who earned a diploma from the U.S. Army Military Police School (USAMPS) with MOS 31A or 31B to receive POST credit toward Missouri peace officer certification, exempting them from redundant training for skills like firearms, defensive tactics, and criminal investigation. The bill requires the POST commission to design a training program that grants this credit and consults with the Missouri National Guard to align military training with state standards. This directly affects qualifying veterans seeking to become Missouri law enforcement officers.
HB 3119 requires motorcycle operators and passengers under age 26 to wear protective headgear while the vehicle is in motion on state highways. It provides an exception for riders age 26 or older who maintain qualifying health insurance covering motorcycle accident injuries, requiring them to show proof of coverage upon request. The bill makes failure to wear headgear an infraction with a maximum $25 fine, prohibits stops solely to check compliance, and prohibits court costs or license points for this violation. It does not apply to motorcycle operators or passengers age 26+ who meet the insurance requirement.
