HB 1717 would allow veterans aged 21+ with PTSD, major depression, substance use disorders, or end-of-life care needs to legally use psilocybin for therapeutic purposes under strict conditions. To qualify, veterans must enroll in a research study, provide physician documentation of their condition, identify a trained facilitator (a licensed mental health professional meeting specific criteria), and have psilocybin tested by a state-licensed lab. The bill prohibits state/local penalties for compliant use, requires a 150mg annual limit, and shields healthcare providers from professional discipline for participating. It also mandates a $2 million state grant for psilocybin research and annual reports on the program’s implementation. This bill is currently pending in committee and has not yet become law.
HB 2355 would authorize Missouri's Department of Social Services to seek a federal waiver from Medicare and Medicaid to create a "Food is Medicine" program within MO HealthNet. This program would provide nutrition services - including counseling, meals, prescriptions, and grocery support - to MO HealthNet participants diagnosed with nutrition-related chronic diseases like diabetes or heart conditions. The bill requires prioritizing community organizations and local farms for food purchases in nutrition prescriptions. It directly affects low-income Missourians enrolled in MO HealthNet who manage chronic health conditions linked to diet. The bill is currently in the Health and Mental Health committee for review.
HB 2383 creates new criminal offenses targeting trespass and damage to critical infrastructure facilities, such as power plants, water treatment centers, telecom networks, pipelines, and dams. It establishes a misdemeanor charge for unauthorized entry and elevates damage to a felony, with penalties increasing based on the cost of damage or service disruption. The bill also prohibits unauthorized possession of copper, fiber-optic, or telecom materials (like cables or wires) without proper authorization, making it a felony for most individuals. These provisions directly affect trespassers, vandals, and unauthorized scrap handlers, while exempting authorized entities like utility companies and licensed recyclers. The law focuses on protecting essential infrastructure from intentional harm or theft of materials.
HB 1757 requires school districts to establish state-approved gifted education programs if 3% or more of students are identified as needing specialized services, starting in the 2024-25 school year. It mandates universal screenings for all students before third grade using multiple assessment methods (like academic achievement and creativity), prohibits using Advanced Placement courses alone for identification, and sets teacher certification requirements based on district size. Districts must also create parent notification processes and appeal procedures for gifted program eligibility decisions. The bill directly affects school districts, teachers, gifted students, and their families by standardizing how districts identify and serve gifted students.
HB 2387 revises Missouri's election laws by establishing standardized election dates for most contests, requiring general elections on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November and presidential primaries on the first Tuesday in March. It updates absentee voting rules to allow voters to request absentee ballots without providing a reason two weeks before an election and mandates photo ID for in-person absentee voting. The bill affects all Missouri voters, election administrators, and candidates by altering election timing and absentee procedures, while including exemptions for disaster-related bond elections, school tax elections during financial hardship, and special elections for vacancies. These changes directly modify how elections are conducted across the state.
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HB 2404 prohibits political subdivisions (like cities, counties, and school districts) from creating policies or restrictions that block charter schools from using property they’ve sold, leased, or transferred for lawful education. Specifically, it bans deed restrictions, local ordinances, or policies that prevent charter schools from using such property for classrooms, programs, or other educational purposes. The bill also requires school districts to offer unused school buildings (those not used for academic or school activities within two years) to charter schools first, with specific notice and 60-day right-of-first-refusal rules. This directly affects charter schools seeking facilities and local governments managing property transfers.
HB 2409 creates three new Missouri tax credit programs to support child care access. It allows taxpayers (individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations) to claim a 75% tax credit on verified contributions to licensed child care providers or approved nonprofit intermediaries, with credits ranging from $100 to $200,000 annually. To qualify, contributions must be made to providers or intermediaries that first secure approval from Missouri's Department of Economic Development. The tax credits apply to tax years beginning January 1, 2027, and are designed to incentivize financial support for child care services, particularly in underserved areas defined as "child care deserts."
This bill limits digital instruction to 45 minutes daily for elementary students in kindergarten through grade five and requires at least 70% of assignments to be completed using pen, paper, or handwriting practice. It mandates daily access to printed books, hands-on learning tools (like blocks or science materials) in core subjects, and explicit cursive handwriting instruction starting in grade two, with requirements to read/write legible cursive by grade five. Exemptions apply for students with IEPs or 504 plans, and schools must adopt written technology-use policies, report device usage, and verify compliance with paper-based and cursive requirements. The law takes effect for the 2027-28 school year.
HB 2473 requires real estate brokers in Missouri to keep client funds in separate bank escrow accounts, directly affecting brokers who handle client money. The bill mandates that brokers cannot mix client funds with personal money, except for up to $1,000 to cover account fees or interest accrued on the funds (which must be removed within 30 days). Brokers must also notify the state commission about their escrow accounts, maintain detailed records for inspection, and report disputed funds to the state treasurer within 365 days if ownership is contested. This replaces existing rules with clearer requirements for account separation and transparency.
HB 1788 modifies campaign finance rules by limiting anonymous contributions to $25 or less, requiring all contributors to provide their name and address, and mandating that any anonymous contribution over $25 be returned or escheated to the state. It sets a $50 limit on single cash expenditures and caps annual cash spending at $5,000 or 10% of total committee spending. The bill also requires disclosure of contributor and recipient details for all transactions, prohibits accepting out-of-state committee contributions without proper filing, and mandates clear "Paid for by" identification on campaign materials. These changes directly affect political committees, candidates, and contributors by increasing transparency and restricting anonymous funding.
HB 2384 prohibits counties and municipalities from requiring building practices that threaten affordability for residential and commercial properties. Specifically, it bans local governments from mandating sustainable, energy-efficient, or "green" building standards exceeding the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) or 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) for single- or two-family homes, condos, townhouses, apartments, or commercial buildings. The bill also requires local governments to approve or deny building permit requests within 30 days, with automatic approval if no response is given, and sets specific safety conditions for single-exit residential buildings. This directly affects developers, builders, and homeowners seeking construction or renovation approvals, while limiting local code enforcement authority.
