HJR 134 proposes a constitutional amendment to replace Missouri's current highways and transportation commission with the Department of Transportation (DOT) as the sole authority for managing all state transportation systems, including highways, aviation, rail, and ports. The bill revises how fuel tax revenue is distributed, directing 10% to counties for road maintenance (with specific formulas), 15% to cities/towns for streets and roads, and the remainder to the state road fund. It also prohibits local governments from imposing new transportation taxes without voter approval, requiring a two-thirds vote in cities/towns. This change directly affects state transportation governance, local funding allocations, and future local tax policies related to roads and infrastructure.
HB 2204 requires groups spending money to influence public opinion through ads or protests to disclose their identity and spending. Specifically, it mandates clear funding disclosures ("Paid for by [entity]") on ads or communications promoting political/social causes, and requires reporting of all payments made to individuals for protest participation (including amounts, locations, and organizer details) within 48-7 days. The Missouri Ethics Commission enforces these rules, with penalties including fines for non-compliance or false reporting. Exemptions cover personal social media posts, genuine news content, and internal communications, while explicitly protecting First Amendment rights and preventing viewpoint-based regulation.
HB 2218 increases the maximum distance cities can annex unincorporated areas from two miles to four miles from their existing boundaries for specific cities. It applies to cities with 16,000-18,000 residents located in counties with 9,900-11,000 residents and county seats of 600-1,000 residents. The bill also allows cities in third-class counties with a state correctional center within two miles to annex the facility, but this remains limited to the two-mile rule. Annexation still requires property owner petitions, a public hearing, and approval based on municipal service capacity.
HB 2216, the "Missouri Gives Tax Credit Act," would allow Missouri taxpayers to claim a 25% state tax credit for contributions to permanent endowment funds held by qualified community foundations. It directly affects individuals and businesses that make qualifying contributions (defined as irrevocable gifts to foundations meeting specific criteria), with credits capped at $100,000 per taxpayer annually and $3 million per foundation yearly. The bill sets a $5 million annual limit for all credits, reserves 25% for small gifts under $25,000, and requires taxpayers to verify contributions with the state. The credit is non-refundable, non-transferable, and expires after one year, with the program set to sunset six years after enactment unless renewed.
HB 2203 requires municipalities to maintain physical copies of their local laws (municipal code) for public access. Specifically, if a city's ordinances are not available online for free, it must keep at least three printed copies at the municipal clerk's office during business hours. If the code is already freely available online, the municipality only needs to keep one physical copy on file for public inspection. This bill directly affects municipal clerks' offices and ensures consistent public access to local government records.
HB 2225 establishes a task force to evaluate Missouri's state technology infrastructure, including cloud computing, AI applications, and workforce development programs. The task force includes 5 House members (appointed by leadership), 3 Senate members, and representatives from education, technology, and agriculture sectors. It must report findings and recommendations to the legislature by August 2027, with operations ending January 1, 2028, unless reauthorized. The bill specifies membership rules, evaluation priorities, and a sunset provision requiring renewal by the legislature.
HB 2222 modifies the composition of the state's highways and transportation commission by requiring that no more than three of its six members (one from each congressional district) can belong to the same political party. It establishes a leadership rotation system where the two most senior commissioners from opposing parties serve as chair and vice chair, swapping roles annually. Starting January 1, 2027, the legislature must submit a list of six nominees (approved by a two-thirds vote in both chambers) for the governor to appoint two new members, with future vacancies requiring three nominees per vacancy under the same legislative approval process.
HB 2231 requires facilities advertising dual diagnosis treatment (addressing both substance use disorders and mental health conditions) to meet specific operational standards. It mandates medication management systems for tracking prescriptions, regular patient reviews, and education; requires integrated, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patients; and prohibits misleading advertising claims about services or licensure. Facilities must clearly disclose their credentials in all marketing materials. The Department of Mental Health enforces these rules, with violations subject to penalties under existing licensing laws. This bill directly affects all treatment centers in the state that market themselves as providing dual diagnosis care.
SB 931 - Current law requires a notice of tax deficiency to a taxpayer by certified or registered mail. This act instead requires such notice to be mailed by regular first class mail, or electronically at the taxpayer's request. This act is identical to SB 1419 (2026) and to a provision in SB 1420 (2026) and SCS/HB 2180 (2026), and is substantially similar to a provision in SB 666 (2025). JOSH NORBERG
HB 1631 changes where boat property taxes are calculated in Missouri. It requires motorboats and vessels stored outside an owner's county (e.g., on a lift or in a marina) to be taxed in the county where they’re stored, not the owner’s home county - unless the boat is regularly moved to the owner’s county. This directly affects boat owners who store their vessels long-term outside their residence county. The bill clarifies assessment rules for houseboats, cabin cruisers, and floating docks, ensuring property taxes are tied to the physical location of the boat rather than the owner’s residence.
HB 1646 modifies Missouri's collateral source rule for personal injury cases. It replaces the previous rule by allowing defendants to deduct payments made toward a plaintiff's medical costs before trial from any later judgment. The bill also restricts evidence in court to the actual amount paid for medical care (after discounts or write-offs), not the full billed amount. This directly affects plaintiffs seeking compensation, defendants in injury lawsuits, and healthcare providers billing for services. The change ensures defendants aren't charged for medical costs already covered by the plaintiff's insurer or other sources.
HB 1649 modifies rules for asbestos-related lawsuits by requiring claimants to disclose all related asbestos trust claims and materials before trial. It applies to most asbestos injury cases filed after August 28, 2026, but excludes claims by firefighters, paramedics, or emergency medical personnel. Claimants must provide sworn statements confirming all trust claims are filed, along with all relevant documents from their legal team, or risk dismissal of their case. Defendants can challenge incomplete disclosures through court motions, requiring claimants to file missing trust claims within 10 days, with trials delayed for at least 90 days after compliance. The bill ensures trust claim materials are admissible in court and bars privilege claims to prevent withholding evidence.
