HJR 109 proposes amending Missouri's state constitution to define "person" as including all human beings from conception, explicitly stating this includes "every in utero human child at every stage of biological development." It repeals the current Section 2 of Article I and replaces it with language affirming a natural right to life, while adding that the constitution "secures or protects a right to abortion" or requires abortion funding. The amendment would be submitted to Missouri voters in 2026, with an official ballot question asking if the constitution should "protect each human life with a unique DNA code regardless of age." The bill notes this change is expected to have "no fiscal impact."
HJR 116 proposes a constitutional amendment for Missouri that would require the full text of any initiative petition seeking a constitutional amendment to appear on the ballot. It would also limit such petitions to a maximum of seventy-five words, including any existing or repealed language. This bill directly affects individuals or groups attempting to place constitutional amendment proposals on Missouri ballots through the initiative process. If passed, it would change the requirements for submitting initiative petitions for constitutional amendments.
HJR 110 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring Missouri counties to elect sheriffs by popular vote every four years, with counties currently having non-elected sheriffs allowed to choose to switch to an elected system (a permanent change). The amendment defines sheriffs as chief law enforcement officers with specific duties like stopping riots, apprehending felons, and handling court-related tasks, while restricting removal to a court order initiated by the attorney general. It also permits the state to use court fees to fund sheriff salaries and benefits. This amendment must be approved by Missouri voters in the 2026 general election.
This bill modifies Missouri sewer district procedures for customers with unpaid sewer charges. It requires certified mail notice before service disconnection after three months of non-payment, giving districts discretion to disconnect sewer lines or request water providers to cut service. Homeowners in public sewer districts are directly affected, as their service could be disconnected for unpaid bills. The bill also ensures sewer liens have priority over most other liens, ranking equally with property tax liens.
This bill clarifies that single-family homes rented for less than 30 consecutive days (subject to sales tax) must be classified as residential property for tax purposes, not as "transient housing." It explicitly defines "transient housing" as rentals where rent receipts are subject to sales tax, excluding short-term home rentals. This affects property owners and local tax assessors who must apply this classification when determining property tax rates. The change ensures short-term rentals are taxed under residential rates rather than commercial rates, without altering rental regulations or tenant rights.
HB 2407 defines key terms related to adult entertainment venues and performances in Missouri. It establishes "adult cabaret" as businesses (like nightclubs) where performers regularly appear in partial nudity or seminudity during duties, and "adult cabaret performance" as similar acts outside such venues (e.g., topless or exotic dancing). The bill restricts exterior advertising for these businesses, prohibiting signs within one mile of state highways except for two permitted signs on the premises. It directly affects businesses operating adult entertainment venues and performers, creating clear legal definitions to regulate their operations and location restrictions.
HB 2405 changes how medical costs are handled in personal injury lawsuits. It requires courts to consider the actual amount paid by or for the plaintiff (after discounts or write-offs), not the original billed amount, when calculating damages for medical care. This affects plaintiffs, defendants, insurers, and healthcare providers involved in injury cases, preventing them from using inflated billed costs to seek higher compensation. The bill also clarifies that if a defendant pays special damages before trial, the plaintiff cannot later claim those same costs in court.
HJR 118 proposes a constitutional amendment to protect voter-approved initiatives in Missouri from being changed or repealed by the state legislature, except under two specific conditions. It would prohibit the General Assembly from amending or repealing any initiative measure approved by voters (like statewide ballot measures) unless either more than five years have passed since the measure's approval or the legislature passes a two-thirds vote in both chambers. This amendment would replace Section 49 of Article III in Missouri’s Constitution, directly affecting how citizens’ direct democracy efforts can be altered by elected officials. The proposed change would be submitted to Missouri voters in the 2026 general election.
HJR 112 proposes a constitutional amendment to change how residential property taxes are assessed in Missouri. It would freeze the assessed value of all residential property (including single-family and rental homes) at its most recent valuation starting January 1, 2027. Property owners could see limited annual increases - capped at either the change in the consumer price index or 2% per year - unless new construction or improvements justify a higher increase. This directly affects homeowners and landlords by limiting annual tax assessment growth for residential properties. The amendment must be approved by Missouri voters in 2026.
HJR 108 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring Missouri voters to approve any new state tax or tax rate increase before it takes effect. This would apply to taxes created or raised through state law (like income or sales tax changes), but excludes adjustments to tax credits, deductions, or exemptions. The amendment would mandate a statewide general election vote (such as the November 2026 election) for such tax changes to become effective. It does not affect existing taxes or the legislative process for appropriating state funds.
HB 1774 creates a Missouri state income tax credit for individuals who donate to qualifying local hospital foundations. It allows taxpayers to claim a credit equal to 50% of their donation amount (capped at $2,500 annually per taxpayer), provided the foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides financial relief for unpaid hospital bills in the donor’s area. The credit is non-refundable, cannot exceed total state income tax liability, and has a $2 million annual cap across all taxpayers. This policy directly affects Missouri residents who pay state income tax and make qualifying donations to hospital foundations, aiming to incentivize charitable support for community healthcare access.
HJR 120 proposes a constitutional amendment to exempt firearms and ammunition from Missouri's state sales tax. If approved by voters in 2026, it would add a new section to Missouri's Constitution prohibiting state sales tax on these items. The amendment directly affects Missouri residents purchasing firearms or ammunition, as it would remove a tax obligation from those transactions. This change would require voter approval and amend the state constitution, not existing tax law.
