HB 3122 requires new charter schools (not established by August 28, 2026) to obtain a "certificate of need" from the State Board of Education before operating. This affects proposed charter schools seeking approval, mandating they prove local demand for alternatives, demonstrate no harm to existing public schools, and show potential to improve academic outcomes, reduce inequities, and address family needs like safety and transportation. The State Board must review applications within 120 days, approving only if supporting data is factual and reasonable. Renewals or sponsor transfers of existing schools are exempt from this requirement. The bill does not change existing legal obligations under other education laws.
HB 3112 creates a system for retired law enforcement officers to obtain a state-issued identification card verifying eligibility for concealed carry under federal law (18 U.S.C. § 926C). The bill requires law enforcement agencies to issue this card for a $100 fee, including specific disclaimers that the card does not authorize concealed carry without current firearms certification, while impaired, or while acting as an officer. The card must display the officer's photo, personal details, and clear limitations about its purpose. It does not change existing concealed carry laws but establishes a verification mechanism for retired officers meeting federal eligibility requirements.
HB 3148 repeals Missouri's previous requirement that law enforcement officers must be U.S. citizens, replacing it with a provision allowing certain permanent residents to serve. The bill specifically permits individuals who are lawful permanent residents of the U.S. and have been honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces to work as police officers, turnkeys, or police officers in Missouri. This change directly affects military veterans with permanent residency status who were previously barred from these roles due to citizenship requirements. The key mechanism is the updated eligibility criterion in section 84.120(2), which expands the qualifying group beyond U.S. citizens alone.
HB 3128 bans lobbyists from accepting any payment - cash, goods, or other benefits - to lobby on behalf of foreign governments designated as "adversaries" by federal law, their political parties, or specific entities tied to those governments (including officials, their families, or government-linked businesses). It directly affects lobbyists working for foreign governments or their designated clients within the U.S. legislative process. Violators must return all payments received and face civil fines of up to $1,000 per violation, enforced by the Attorney General through investigations and court actions. The law aims to prevent foreign governments from influencing U.S. policy through lobbying activities.
HJR 178 is a proposed constitutional amendment requiring Missouri's legislature to include detailed fiscal impact statements for any bill that modifies local government mandates. These statements must identify affected local governments, estimate all costs (including administrative and compliance), distinguish between one-time and ongoing expenses, and confirm state funding availability. The bill prevents local governments from implementing mandates without guaranteed state funding, suspending requirements if funding isn't secured while keeping the underlying law valid. This directly affects Missouri's cities, counties, and other local entities by ensuring state funding precedes their implementation of new mandates.
HB 3132 creates a court-issued "certificate of exemplary conduct" for eligible individuals with certain past convictions (excluding sex offenses requiring registry). This certificate prevents employers, housing providers, and licensing boards from considering their conviction history when making decisions about jobs, housing, or professional licenses. The court must grant the certificate if an applicant demonstrates consistent good moral character and that granting it serves the public interest, with annual reports required on how often the certificate is used. The bill directly affects people with non-sex-offense convictions who meet these standards, removing barriers to employment and licensing without changing existing criminal penalties.
HB 3117 requires health insurance plans in the state to cap out-of-pocket costs for prescription insulin at $30 per 30-day supply for people with diabetes. It mandates that plans reduce the drug price by 100% of all rebates received (before applying cost-sharing), ensuring the $30 limit reflects the lowest possible price. The bill protects rebate information as trade secrets, preventing health plans from disclosing rebate details to the public or third parties. This law applies to all health benefit plans issued, renewed, or continued on or after January 1, 2027.
HB 3137 requires public school districts and charter schools to offer students aged 17 years and 6 months the chance to register to vote during school hours. Schools must provide registration opportunities on the fourth Tuesday in September each year (or the next school day if needed), and coordinate with local election offices for a second registration event later in the school year. The state will supply voter registration materials for these events, and schools must submit annual reports to the education department by December 31st detailing their participation. This policy directly affects eligible high school students in participating schools, making voter registration a routine school activity.
HB 3145 allows licensed alcohol producers (such as wineries, breweries, and distilleries) to ship their products directly to consumers in the state for personal use, not resale. It sets monthly limits: 9 liters of distilled alcohol (like whiskey or vodka) and 18 liters of non-distilled alcohol (like beer, wine, or cider) per consumer. To ship, producers must obtain a direct shipper license, provide proof of their current license, and follow labeling, tax, and record-keeping rules. Delivery carriers must also have a license and verify the recipient's age (21+) and identity at the time of delivery.
HB 3124 requires most criminal cases involving children under 17 to be handled in juvenile court instead of adult court. The bill only allows transferring a case to adult court if a judge certifies the child as an adult, typically for serious offenses. This directly affects minors accused of crimes in Missouri, keeping them in the juvenile system unless certification occurs. The bill modifies existing juvenile justice procedures to strengthen this default jurisdiction, without specifying certification criteria.
HB 3127 requires insurance companies in Missouri to cover reasonable additional living expenses (like temporary housing, meals, and transportation) when a firearm discharge incident makes a home uninhabitable, regardless of whether the discharge was intentional or accidental. It applies to homeowners, renters, and dwelling insurance policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2027, and also mandates coverage for motor vehicle damage from firearm incidents. Insurers must specify coverage limits in policies (either a dollar amount or time period) and cannot cover unrelated expenses like evacuations not tied to the incident. The bill does not regulate firearm ownership, impose liability on gun users, or change existing policy terms beyond requiring this specific coverage.
HB 3135 requires all public school boards to annually inspect and test specific fire safety doors in school buildings (including panic hardware, exit enclosures, and electronically controlled doors) using standards from the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. School boards must verify compliance based on when doors were installed (2015 or newer must meet current NFPA 101; older doors follow standards in effect at installation) and fix any non-compliant doors within specified timeframes. Starting January 1, 2028, authorities will review school inspection records and issue citations for persistent non-compliance, with schools required to post citations publicly until resolved. The bill directly affects public school facilities and boards, focusing on concrete door safety requirements rather than broader policy changes.
