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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 7, 2026

SCR 23: Encourages the Department of Natural Resources to strengthen the state's nuclear innovation

SCR 23 - This concurrent resolution encourages the Department of Natural Resources to develop a state response to host states for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses and coordinate efforts to strengthen the state's leadership in nuclear innovation. JULIA SHEVELEVA

Topics ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Nuclear

in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1711: Modifies provisions related to utility colocation along highway corridors

SB 1711 - This act modifies provisions relating to utility colocation along highway corridors. The State Highways and Transportation Commission and the Missouri Department of Transportation shall allow the installation, operation, and maintenance of electric transmission facilities within highway rights of way. The Commission and Department shall develop uniform criteria for colocation of transmission facilities within highway rights of ways. The duty of the Commission and Department shall include providing reasonable time lines and procedures for review and approval of colocation requests, ensuring safety of the public and infrastructure, avoiding duplication of corridors, and imposing reasonable conditions that shall not interfere with colocation. This act is identical to provisions in SB 838 (2026) and HB 3456 (2026). TAYLOR MIDDLETON

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Transmission Roads & Highways

in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 954: Creates provisions relating to condemnation of land by certain utilities

SCS/SB 954 - Under the act, the authority of any electrical corporation to condemn property shall not extend to the construction of any structure or facility that uses wind or solar energy to generate or manufacture electricity. The authority of any electrical corporation to condemn property shall extend to acquisition of rights needed to construct, operate, and maintain certain electrical infrastructure, described in the act, needed to collect and deliver solar or wind energy to the distribution or transmission grid. This act is identical to a provision in SB 879 (2026), SB 199 (2025), a provision in SB 214 (2025), SB 1262 (2024), to a provision in SB 805 (2024), a provision in HB 1449 (2024), a provision in SCS/HCS/HB 1746 (2024), provisions in HB 1052 (2023) and substantially similar to HB 2169 (2026), a provision in HB 2478 (2026), a provision in HCS/HBs 2762, 2816 & 2402 (2026), a provision in HB 221 (2025), a provision in HCS#2/HBs 440 & 1160 (2025), HB 475 (2025), a provision in SB 139 (2025), HB 1750 (2024), and SB 577 (2023). JULIA SHEVELEVA

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Solar Wind

in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1730: Modifies provisions relating to the Missouri Technology Corporation

This bill's abstract states it "modifies provisions relating to the Missouri Technology Corporation" but provides no specific details about the changes. The available context only lists the bill title, a generic abstract, and its status (S First Read on 2026-02-25). No concrete policy changes, affected parties, or key mechanisms are described in the provided information. Without further details on the specific provisions being modified, a substantive summary cannot be generated.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Solar

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3337: Authorizes a tax credit for certain solar property expenditures

HB 3337 creates a state tax credit for Missouri homeowners who install qualifying solar energy systems, such as solar panels and inverters, that also qualify for the federal tax credit. It allows eligible homeowners to claim a credit equal to 30% of their solar installation costs from 2027-2032, increasing to 35% in 2033 and 40% from 2034 onward. The credit is refundable (meaning it can generate a cash refund if it exceeds tax liability) but cannot be sold or transferred. The program expires on December 31, 2038, unless the Missouri legislature reauthorizes it.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Solar

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3436: Creates provisions relating to the regulation of public utilities

HB 3436 modifies Missouri's utility rate regulations to prioritize affordability for customers. It requires the Missouri Public Service Commission to set rates that are "just and reasonable" by ensuring the lowest possible cost to customers while still allowing utilities to provide safe, reliable service. The bill also mandates specific public hearing procedures, including local hearings near affected customers, 14-day mailed notices, and requiring the commission to include public testimony in its official record and explain how public input influenced its final rate decision. These changes directly affect utility customers, the commission, and utility companies during rate increase proceedings.

Topics ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3476: Modifies provisions governing the calculation of assessed valuation of real and personal property

HB 3476 modifies how Missouri counties calculate property taxes for real and personal property. It changes the assessment rate for personal property to use a "base year value" starting January 1, 2027, and reduces taxes for solar equipment installed before August 2022 to 5% of value. The bill also adjusts airport-related property assessments by subtracting costs paid by non-government parties for improvements after 2008. Property owners, counties, and the City of St. Louis are directly affected, with assessments now tied to a biennial cycle (odd-year valuations applied in the following even year). Key provisions include updated tax rates for specific property types like agricultural crops (0.5%) and livestock (12%), alongside new rules for computer-assessed properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Property Tax Solar

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3438: Prohibits certain charges by public utilities to customers

HB 3438 prohibits public utilities (gas, electric, water, and sewer companies) from charging customers for specific expenses, including promotional advertising, charitable activities, and lobbying costs. The bill also bans discriminatory pricing practices and requires utilities to seek commission approval for sliding-scale rate adjustments. It mandates that cities pay interest on water/sewer deposits held over two years for current customers and prevents utilities from charging municipalities for fire hydrant placement (though costs can be included in overall rates). These provisions directly affect utility customers and local governments by limiting how utilities can structure and collect fees.

Topics ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation

in committee · Missouri · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 3530: Creates new provisions for utilities

HB 3530, the "Battery and Grid Resilience Act," requires Missouri utilities to create residential programs enabling homeowners to install battery storage systems (minimum 10 kW capacity) connected to the grid. Utilities must offer a $500/kWh upfront rebate (capped at 30 kWh per home) plus performance payments for grid services, with systems required to participate in utility-approved tariffs for five years. The bill includes consumer protections like a 3-day cancellation window, mandatory disclosure of terms and incentives, and requirements for system safety and insurance. Costs for these programs are recoverable through utility rates, with safeguards ensuring low-income customers aren’t unduly burdened and savings are verified.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Energy Storage

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3200: Modifies provisions relating to the modernization of certain property assessment practices

HB 3200 modernizes property tax assessment rules in Missouri, directly affecting property owners and county assessors across all counties and the City of St. Louis. It sets new tax rates for specific property types, including 5% for solar energy systems (previously 12% for farm machinery) and 12% for livestock and poultry. The bill also changes airport-related property valuation by reducing assessments for certain possessory interests where private parties funded improvements after 2008. Additionally, it requires counties to submit biennial assessment maintenance plans for approval and clarifies evidence needed when computer-assisted valuations are used.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy

Sub-Topics Property Tax Solar

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