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signed · Missouri · House Sep 29, 2025

HB 1: Creates provisions for redistricting federal congressional seats

HB 1 establishes Missouri's congressional district boundaries for federal elections using U.S. Census data. It specifies that Missouri will maintain eight congressional districts for the 117th through 120th Congresses, with boundaries based on the 2020 Census. The bill sets effective dates for different district maps, ensuring districts align with population data after each census cycle. This directly affects Missouri voters by determining which district they are assigned to for federal elections.
Dirk Deaton (R) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Missouri · Senate Jun 14, 2025

SB 4: Authorizes the expedited disbursement of funds from the Missouri Housing Trust Fund for emergency aid

SB 4 streamlines emergency housing assistance by allowing Missouri's Housing Trust Fund to rapidly provide aid during declared disasters. It waives standard administrative requirements like allocation plans and public hearings when the governor requests a presidential disaster declaration. This enables immediate disbursement to low-income households (with incomes at or below 75% of median area income) affected by natural disasters, temporarily overriding the fund's usual income eligibility rules. The bill directly affects residents in disaster zones who qualify for housing assistance through this expedited process.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expedites emergency housing aid for low-income households during disasters, overriding income rules to increase access to housing assistance during crises.95% confidence
Jason Bean (R)
signed · Missouri · Senate Jun 14, 2025

SB 1: To appropriate money to the Department of Economic Development for the Missouri Housing Development Commission

SB 1 allocates $25 million from Missouri’s General Revenue Fund to the Missouri Housing Trust Fund, which will then provide $25 million to the Missouri Housing Development Commission. This funding directly supports the Commission’s affordable housing programs, including housing subsidy grants or loans for low-income residents. The bill specifies that these funds must be used exclusively for general administration of affordable housing activities and emergency aid. It does not create new policies but authorizes existing state funds to be directed toward housing assistance programs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $25M from General Revenue Fund to fund affordable housing programs for low-income residents, directly supporting public service funding under state budget management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $25M to Missouri Housing Development Commission for affordable housing programs including subsidies for low-income residents.95% confidence
Lincoln Hough (R)
signed · Missouri · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 1: Modifies provisions relating to county officials

SB 1 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funds for various government departments and projects for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. It provides funding for capital improvements and program support across several sectors, impacting residents statewide. Key allocations include money for higher education research facilities, state fair infrastructure, state parks, and conservation efforts. The bill also appropriates funds for affordable housing initiatives, public safety facilities, National Guard construction, a new mental health hospital, and disaster relief.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for public services including education, parks, housing, and conservation, directly advancing fiscal management and funding essential programs per topic description.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates funds for state parks and conservation efforts, directly supporting environmental protection and conservation initiatives.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly allocates funds for affordable housing initiatives, directly advancing affordable housing programs.90% confidence
Sandy Crawford (R)
signed · Missouri · House May 13, 2025

HB 810: Designates the "Lloyd Memorial Highway" in Newton County

HB 810 designates a specific 2.5-mile segment of U.S. Highway 60 in Newton County (from Kodiak Road east to Cemetery Road) as the "Lloyd Memorial Highway." The bill requires the Missouri Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage for this highway, with all costs covered by private donations. This is a purely commemorative measure with no policy changes or direct impact on laws, regulations, or public services. It does not affect residents, businesses, or government operations beyond naming a highway segment.
Ben Baker (R) · 17 co-sponsors
signed · Missouri · Senate Apr 28, 2025

SB 22: Modifies provisions relating to summary statements for statewide ballot measures

SB 22 modifies the rules concerning the summary statements provided for statewide ballot measures. These summaries are concise explanations designed to help voters understand the purpose and potential effects of proposed laws or constitutional amendments appearing on their ballots. The bill directly impacts the process by which these critical voter information statements are prepared and presented to the public.
Rick Brattin (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Missouri · Senate Apr 9, 2025

SB 4: Modifies and creates new provisions relating to utilities

SB 4 establishes Missouri's Housing Trust Fund to provide housing assistance, primarily for low-income residents. It requires the Missouri Housing Development Commission to immediately transfer emergency aid funds - waiving administrative steps like public hearings - when the governor requests a presidential disaster declaration. For regular assistance, at least 50% of funds must support households earning ≤66% of area median income (e.g., 50% for 4-person households), with stricter emergency eligibility at ≤75% of median income. The fund also mandates 30% of regular funds go to nonprofit housing providers. This directly affects Missourians with low incomes seeking housing, especially disaster-affected households.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates Housing Trust Fund allocating state funds for low-income housing assistance, mandating 50% of funds support households ≤66% AMI, directly funding essential public service.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates Housing Trust Fund funding low-income housing with 50% income requirement for households ≤66% AMI, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence
Mike Cierpiot (R)
signed · Missouri · House Mar 26, 2025

HB 495: Modifies provisions relating to public safety

HB 495 revises Missouri's public safety laws for cities not within a county by creating a new board of police commissioners. The board will include the mayor plus four citizen members: one appointed by the governor and three appointed from panels submitted by the mayor and police officer organizations. The bill removes the previous population requirement (500,000+ residents) for cities to form such a board, making it applicable to all independent cities. It also establishes procedures for board member removal and appeals to the court. This change directly affects governance of police forces in Missouri's independent cities.
Brad Christ (R) · 6 co-sponsors
signed · Missouri · House Mar 18, 2025

HB 14: APPROPRIATIONS BILL

HB 14 is a funding bill that allocates $157.4 million from state and federal funds to Missouri's Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for specific education programs through June 2025. It directly affects public schools, special education services, early childhood programs, and career training initiatives by providing designated funding for the School Foundation Program, special education excess costs, early childhood services, and literacy programs. Key provisions include restrictions on using funds for marketing or sharing identifiable student data, and specific allocations like $142.4 million for the School Foundation Formula and $20.8 million for early childhood special education. This bill does not create new policies but authorizes spending for existing programs as outlined in the state budget.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 14 allocates $157.4M for public education programs including special education and early childhood services, directly increasing funding for essential public services under state budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $157.4M for K-12 programs including School Foundation, special ed, early childhood, and literacy services, directly funding education initiatives per bill summary.95% confidence
Dirk Deaton (R)
signed · Missouri · House Jul 12, 2024

HB 2134: Modifies permit requirements and exemptions in relation to Missouri fertilizer and clean water laws

This bill updates Missouri's fertilizer and clean water laws by replacing two existing sections with new rules focused on industrial wastewater and sewage infrastructure. It requires the state commission to create regulations for treating industrial waste before it reaches water sources and mandates specific nutrient management standards for land application, excluding concentrated animal feeding operations. Additionally, the legislation clarifies when operating and construction permits are necessary for discharging contaminants or modifying sewage systems, while listing specific small-scale sewer projects that do not require a permit.
Ed Lewis (R) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Missouri · House Jul 12, 2024

HB 2057: Modifies provisions relating to video service providers

HB 2057 updates Missouri state law to clarify how municipal franchise fees are calculated for video service providers. The bill repeals an older section of the law and replaces it with new definitions for key terms, such as "video service," "gross revenues," and "video service provider." These definitions specifically include cable and internet-based video services while excluding mobile streaming and certain fees like equipment rentals or taxes. The legislation also details exactly which charges count toward the fee base, such as recurring video bills, while explicitly removing items like late fees and advertising revenue from that calculation. This change directly affects cities, towns, and counties that collect fees from companies providing video content to their residents.
Ben Keathley (R) · 3 co-sponsors
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