Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement)

in committee · Missouri · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 2868: Modifies provisions relating to the collection of DNA samples in criminal cases

HB 2868 requires certain individuals - including those convicted of specific felonies (like burglary or offenses under Chapters 565-566), sex offenders, and sexually violent predators - to provide DNA samples at defined legal milestones, such as jail booking, entry into correctional facilities, or sex offender registration. The law mandates collection without refusal at designated sites, with no additional samples needed if already in the state DNA database. It strictly prohibits unauthorized use of DNA records, requiring confidentiality for all stored data and outlining clear procedures for expungement if convictions are reversed or expunged. The bill applies to all Missouri law enforcement, correctional facilities, and agencies handling DNA collections under state and federal systems.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires DNA collection for specific offenders, enhancing law enforcement data collection within criminal justice procedures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 8, 2026

SB 1608: Authorizes a tax credit for contributions to certain youth police initiatives

SB 1608 would create a state tax credit for individuals or businesses that donate to specific youth-focused police programs. The bill directly affects taxpayers who contribute to qualifying initiatives, such as community policing outreach or youth engagement programs run by law enforcement. It does not describe specific qualifying programs, credit amounts, or eligibility rules in the provided abstract. As the bill is only at its first reading (2026-01-29), no further details about implementation or scope are available in the current context.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for donations to youth police programs, reducing taxpayer liability and incentivizing contributions to public safety initiatives.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates tax credit for youth police initiatives (community policing/youth engagement), promoting trust-building and prevention - key criminal justice reform elements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3048: Prohibits certain individuals from possessing a firearm due to domestic violence

HB 3048 requires courts issuing domestic violence protection orders to prohibit respondents (abusers) from possessing firearms. Courts must inform respondents orally and in writing about this ban and automatically notify Missouri law enforcement to update the federal background check system (NICS). This applies directly to individuals subject to active protection orders in domestic violence cases, preventing them from legally owning or purchasing guns during the order's validity. The law aims to enhance safety for petitioners by removing firearm access for those found to pose domestic violence risks.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents domestic violence abusers from accessing firearms under protection orders, enhancing victim safety and aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce firearm-related domestic violence incidents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Firearms Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3134: Requires the POST commission to accept a diploma received from the United States Army Military Police School as credit to qualify to sit for the Missouri peace officer standards and training examination

HB 3134 creates Missouri's "Green-to-Blue Bridge Program" to help military veterans transition to law enforcement. It allows veterans who earned a diploma from the U.S. Army Military Police School (USAMPS) with MOS 31A or 31B to receive POST credit toward Missouri peace officer certification, exempting them from redundant training for skills like firearms, defensive tactics, and criminal investigation. The bill requires the POST commission to design a training program that grants this credit and consults with the Missouri National Guard to align military training with state standards. This directly affects qualifying veterans seeking to become Missouri law enforcement officers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables military veterans to bypass redundant training for law enforcement roles, strengthening officer recruitment and aligning with criminal justice workforce goals.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans with USAMPS diplomas (MOS 31A/31B) from redundant training for law enforcement certification, directly facilitating veteran employment in peace officer roles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3042: Requires the Missouri state highway patrol to investigate any incident occurring in St. Louis city or St. Louis county in which a law enforcement officer is involved in a shooting or incident resulting in death

HB 3042 requires the Missouri State Highway Patrol to investigate any officer-involved shooting or incident resulting in death within St. Louis City or St. Louis County. It specifically covers cases where law enforcement officers use force against civilians causing death, or civilians use force against officers causing death. The bill mandates that local law enforcement agencies reimburse the Highway Patrol for all investigation costs incurred. This bill directly affects St. Louis City and County law enforcement agencies and the Missouri State Highway Patrol by shifting investigation responsibility to the state agency. The bill is currently in early stages (introduced January 2026) and has not yet been voted on.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates independent highway patrol investigations for officer-involved deaths, enhancing accountability and oversight per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2639: Authorizes tax credits for certain contributions to local law enforcement foundations

HB 2639 creates a state tax credit for individuals and businesses that donate to certified local law enforcement foundations. Taxpayers can claim credits of up to $5,000 (single filers) or $10,000 (married/joint filers) annually for contributions used to fund officer training, salary supplements, equipment, or joint emergency response teams with behavioral health specialists. Foundations must be certified by the state, limit annual contributions to $3 million, and cannot accept more than $3 million per year from this program. The total tax credits available are capped at $75 million annually, with unused credits carried forward for up to five years.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits reducing state revenue (via deductions), weakening fiscal management by shifting funding to private donations rather than strengthening state budget.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds law enforcement through tax credits for training, equipment, and behavioral health teams, directly strengthening criminal justice infrastructure per bill's purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tax Incentives Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2648: Establishes the Organized Retail Theft Coordination Center in the Department of Public Safety

HB 2648 establishes the Organized Retail Theft Coordination Center within Missouri's Department of Public Safety to coordinate state and local law enforcement efforts against organized retail theft. The Center will share threat information with law enforcement agencies and affected businesses (like retailers and transportation companies), track theft trends through annual public reports, and support investigations and loss prevention activities. It requires an evaluation of existing anti-theft programs by March 2027 and mandates reports on the Center's activities, with the program set to expire six years after the bill's effective date unless renewed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates law enforcement coordination center to combat retail theft, strengthening enforcement efforts within criminal justice system.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2319: Expands the definition of special victim to include sports officials at a sporting event

HB 2319 expands Missouri's legal definition of a "special victim" to include sports officials (such as referees, umpires, or linesmen) who are assaulted while performing their duties at any level of sporting event. This change adds a new category (14)(l) to the statute, specifying that a sports official must be trained and certified by an authorized organization to qualify. The bill directly affects sports officials by granting them the same legal protections as other "special victims" (like law enforcement or emergency personnel) when they are assaulted during their work. This is a concrete policy change to the criminal code, not a procedural measure.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands victim protections to sports officials, granting legal safeguards under criminal justice statutes by adding them to 'special victim' category.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1911: Establishes the offense of unlawful tracking of a motor vehicle

HB 1911 creates a new criminal offense for installing, concealing, or placing an electronic tracking device on a motor vehicle without the consent of all vehicle owners, specifically to monitor occupants. It directly affects vehicle owners and occupants by prohibiting unauthorized tracking, with key exceptions including law enforcement investigations, parents monitoring minor children, tracking stolen vehicles, and certain insurance programs. The bill specifies penalties: a class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a class E felony for repeat violations. It explicitly excludes manufacturers' built-in tracking systems and covers specific authorized uses like lienholders repossessing vehicles.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects vehicle owners' privacy by criminalizing unauthorized tracking, aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits unauthorized vehicle tracking, protecting location data privacy - directly aligns with data privacy safeguards in technology policy95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill regulates vehicle tracking to protect occupants from unauthorized monitoring, enhancing vehicle safety and privacy under transportation's vehicle regulations topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1926: Creates provisions relating to the disclosure of patients' citizenship or immigration status

HB 1926 prohibits health care professionals in Missouri from documenting or disclosing a patient's citizenship or immigration status in medical records, except when assessing eligibility for social or community services. It specifically bans sharing this information with law enforcement agencies under any circumstances. The bill establishes that licensing boards must investigate violations, imposing one-year license suspensions for intentional disclosures and probation for accidental ones. This law directly affects doctors, nurses, and other licensed health care providers who handle patient records across Missouri.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits law enforcement access to immigration status in medical records, protecting patient privacy and limiting law enforcement overreach in healthcare contexts.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits disclosure of immigration status to prevent patients from avoiding care due to fear of deportation, directly protecting patient rights and access to healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits healthcare providers from disclosing immigration status to law enforcement, protecting immigrant privacy in medical settings and limiting state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Probation & Parole Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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