Criminal Justice

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3380: Establishes provisions relating to visitors to jails or detention facilities in a city not within a county

HB 3380, titled the "No More Jail Deaths Act," establishes rules for visitor access to jails in cities not located within a county. It automatically allows specific officials (like city leaders, state officers, judges, and clergy) to enter these facilities at any time, while requiring all other visitors to get permission from the jail’s chief administrator. Cities must create or update visitor rules by March 1, 2027, to comply with the law. The bill directly affects city-operated jails in non-county cities and their visitors, focusing on structured access without changing jail operations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates automatic access for oversight officials to prevent jail deaths, enhancing transparency and accountability - key criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 3414: Establishes violations and penalties for fraud and related activities in connection with access devices and for a scheme or artifice to defraud individuals and financial institutions

HB 3414 creates new criminal penalties for fraud involving access devices (like credit cards, phone numbers, or account credentials) and telecom identifiers. It prohibits specific acts such as using counterfeit or stolen devices to obtain $1,000+ in value, trafficking in device-making equipment, intercepting telecom data, or illegally modifying devices to access services without authorization. Violations carry fines or up to 20 years in prison, depending on the offense and whether it’s a repeat violation. The law directly affects individuals committing these fraud schemes, while financial institutions, telecom carriers, and law enforcement (via the Missouri Attorney General) are key stakeholders. It does not impact legitimate business practices or ordinary consumers.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new criminal penalties for fraud involving access devices, expanding criminalization with up to 20 years prison for offenses like trafficking counterfeit devices.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits unauthorized access to devices/data (e.g., intercepting telecom data), enhancing cybersecurity through criminal penalties for fraud-related breaches.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Telecommunications

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3272: Modifies provisions relating to county and municipal jail visitation

HB 3272 modifies visitation rules for county and municipal jails by specifying who may enter these facilities without special permission. It authorizes state/local officials (like governors, judges, and elected leaders), clergy, and their designated staff to visit at reasonable times, subject to security rules. The bill explicitly grants religious leaders access to administer faith practices upon request, while allowing facilities to deny entry for safety reasons. This directly affects jail visitors, facility administrators, and incarcerated individuals seeking authorized visits.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables religious access for rehabilitation, aligning with reform goals by facilitating faith practices in jails.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 3313: Creates provisions relating to court-ordered involuntary outpatient treatment for persons with mental disorders

HB 3313 establishes court-ordered outpatient mental health treatment for adults with severe mental disorders who cannot make informed treatment decisions and face a risk of serious harm. It directly affects individuals meeting strict criteria: aged 18+, suffering from a mental disorder, unable to seek voluntary treatment, and at risk of deterioration or harm due to past non-compliance or violent behavior. The law creates a process where mental health providers, guardians, or health agencies can petition a court for treatment, requiring a hearing within two days, clear evidence of eligibility, and appointed legal representation for the affected person. Key provisions include defining "assisted outpatient treatment" (covering case management, therapy, medication, and crisis services) and mandating that courts approve such treatment only when less restrictive options have failed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides court-ordered outpatient mental health treatment to prevent harm and reduce criminal justice involvement by addressing root causes of behavior, aligning with reform goals.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes court-ordered outpatient mental health treatment, improving access for high-risk individuals with severe disorders who cannot seek voluntary care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Mental Health

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1731: Modifies provisions relating to critical incident management

SB 1731 establishes Missouri's "Critical Incident Stress Management Program" within the Department of Public Safety to support peace officers and first responders. The bill requires these personnel to complete a mental health check-in with program providers every 3-5 years, with confidentiality protections for disclosures (except in limited cases like preventing harm or under mandatory reporting laws). It creates a dedicated "988 Public Safety Fund" using state appropriations to cover program costs, including services like consultation, risk assessment, and crisis intervention. The fund's remaining balance at biennium end cannot revert to general revenue, ensuring sustained funding for mental health support. This bill directly affects law enforcement and first responders by mandating regular mental health check-ins and funding targeted support for trauma related to critical incidents.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates 988 Public Safety Fund using state appropriations to fund mental health support for first responders, directly allocating budget resources to a public safety program.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds mental health support for law enforcement via new 988 Public Safety Fund, directly supporting officer wellness within criminal justice system85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes mental health program for first responders with dedicated funding, strengthening mental health services through mandatory check-ins and confidentiality protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Law Enforcement Mental Health Tags Public Safety

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3266: Creates a bill of rights for the unhoused

HB 3266 establishes a formal bill of rights for people experiencing homelessness in the state. It guarantees specific protections, including the right to move freely in public spaces, receive equal treatment from government agencies, access emergency medical care, maintain reasonable privacy for personal belongings, vote with necessary documentation, and keep personal records confidential. The law explicitly prohibits denying these rights solely due to homelessness, ensuring existing legal protections apply equally to all residents regardless of housing status.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeGuarantees rights to unhoused (e.g., freedom of movement, equal treatment), reducing criminalization of homelessness and protecting civil rights per criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareGuarantees access to emergency medical care, improving patient access to healthcare services for unhoused individuals.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill guarantees rights for unhoused individuals including access to services, privacy, and protection from discrimination due to homelessness, directly addressing housing vulnerability and strengthening protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3268: Authorizes a tax credit for providing services to homeless persons

HB 3268 creates a tax credit for Missouri businesses or organizations that provide specific services to homeless individuals. Eligible entities must be certified by the Department of Economic Development as providers of employment services, direct employment (at minimum wage for 28+ hours/week), or housing (rented/leased at income-based rates). Certified providers can claim up to $10,000 annually against their state income tax, with a total annual cap of $1 million across all credits. The program expires December 31, 2032, unless renewed by the legislature.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing business tax liability for homeless services, aligning with fiscal policy to fund housing/employment programs through tax incentives.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credits for housing/employment services to homeless individuals, a proven strategy to reduce recidivism and support criminal justice reform by addressing root causes of incarceration.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits to entities offering housing services to homeless individuals, directly funding affordable housing access through income-based rental support.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates minimum wage employment (28+ hrs/week) for tax credit eligibility, incentivizing fair-wage job creation for homeless individuals via state tax credit program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Homelessness Housing Finance Minimum Wage Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3426: Modifies provisions relating to criminal offenses, including 48-hour holds, assault, domestic violence, stalking, and violations of no contact orders

HB 3426 modifies Missouri's domestic violence protection laws, primarily affecting victims seeking orders and respondents accused of abuse. It establishes new temporary orders prohibiting contact, access to shared housing, and communication, while banning mutual protection orders unless both parties properly filed petitions. Key provisions include courts granting custody, visitation, housing payments, pet custody, and wireless phone number transfers to victims, with specific rules for safety and property. These changes apply to cases under sections 455.010-455.085 of Missouri law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeStrengthens victim protections in domestic violence cases through new temporary orders, custody/housing provisions, and banning mutual orders without proper filings, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill ensures domestic violence victims access to shared housing and housing payments via court orders, strengthening tenant protections within domestic violence context.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Violent Crime

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1769: Creates the Office of Public Defense and authorizes the Office to acquire and transfer machine guns to residents

SB 1769 would create a new state office called the Office of Public Defense. The bill authorizes this office to acquire machine guns and transfer them directly to residents. If enacted, it would directly affect state residents by establishing a state-level program for obtaining machine guns, which are typically subject to strict federal regulations. The bill is currently in its first reading stage in the Senate, having been introduced on February 26, 2026.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill authorizes machine gun transfers, weakening gun control regulations that reduce violence - a core criminal justice goal.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1693: Modifies provisions relating to firearms

SB 1693 modifies Missouri's firearm laws by creating new offenses for unlawful transfer and possession. It prohibits selling, giving, or delivering firearms to individuals who are prohibited under Section 571.070 - such as felons, people on the No Fly List, those intoxicated, or members of terrorism groups - while adding specific rules for transfers to minors without parental consent. Unlawful transfer to prohibited individuals is a class E felony, while other violations (like reckless sales to minors) are class A misdemeanors. Unlawful possession of a firearm by prohibited individuals (e.g., felons, fugitives, or terrorism group members) is a class C felony, escalating to class B if there’s a prior conviction. The bill does not apply to antique firearms.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new felony offenses (class E) for firearm transfers to prohibited groups, expanding criminalization of gun-related activities per indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms

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