Healthcare

in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 12, 2026

SB 1640: Allows the Board of Pharmacy to waive compliance with any Missouri rule for certain nonprofit pharmacies during emergencies

SB 1640 allows Missouri's Board of Pharmacy to temporarily ignore certain state rules for nonprofit pharmacies during declared emergencies. This directly affects nonprofit pharmacies operating in Missouri when crises like natural disasters or public health events occur. The key provision gives the Board authority to waive specific regulatory requirements, such as staffing or inventory rules, to ensure these pharmacies can continue serving communities. The bill focuses on enabling flexibility during urgent situations without altering permanent pharmacy regulations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables nonprofit pharmacies to maintain operations during emergencies by waiving regulatory barriers, improving patient access to medications during crises.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs Public Health

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1682: Modifies provisions relating to alternative therapies and treatments, including psilocybin

SB 1682 allows veterans and first responders aged 21+ with specific conditions (PTSD, major depression, substance use disorder, or end-of-life care needs) to legally use psilocybin for therapeutic purposes under strict conditions. It requires a doctor's certification, a trained facilitator present during use, lab testing of the substance, and limits to 150mg of psilocybin per month. The bill also allocates $2 million for research and shields healthcare providers from liability for following these rules. This is limited to therapeutic use only, not general legalization, and applies only to those enrolled in approved studies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows psilocybin therapy for mental health conditions (PTSD, depression) with $2M research funding and provider liability shield, expanding access to novel treatments.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly enables veterans with PTSD/depression to access psilocybin therapy under healthcare framework, allocates $2M for research, and shields providers - directly advancing veterans' mental healthcare options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health Substance Abuse Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3508: Establishes a dementia services coordinator as a full-time position within the department of health and senior services

HB 3508 creates a new full-time dementia services coordinator position within Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services. The role directly supports Missourians living with dementia and their caregivers by coordinating existing state services and resources. Key responsibilities include evaluating service coordination, preventing duplication, identifying grant opportunities, supporting dementia-specific staff training, and collecting data on dementia impacts. The coordinator will work across agencies to streamline services and improve care quality in residential, home-based, and community settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates dementia services coordinator to improve coordination of existing healthcare resources for patients and caregivers, enhancing service access and efficiency.95% confidence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3203: Requires long-term care facilities to maintain liability insurance

This bill requires all long-term care facilities (like nursing homes) licensed under state law to maintain liability insurance covering resident and guest injuries from facility negligence. The insurance must provide a minimum of $1 million per incident and $3 million total annual coverage for death or personal injury. It directly affects every licensed facility by mandating these specific insurance levels. The law would take effect upon passage, replacing current voluntary standards with a clear financial requirement.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates liability insurance for nursing home injuries, protecting residents and strengthening facility accountability in long-term care services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3244: Modifies provisions relating to assisted reproductive technology

HB 3244 requires most health insurance plans covering over 25 employees to include infertility treatment coverage starting January 1, 2027. This includes in vitro fertilization (IVF), embryo transfer, artificial insemination, and egg freezing for cancer patients. Plans must cover these services only after less expensive infertility treatments are tried, limit IVF cycles to four retrievals (with exceptions), and require clinics to meet medical standards. Religious organizations and entities with religious objections are exempt from these coverage requirements. The bill directly affects insurers, employers, and patients seeking infertility care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for infertility treatments (IVF, embryo transfer, etc.), expanding access to reproductive healthcare services under health insurance requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 3211: Establishes the "Accessible Prescription Labels Act"

This bill requires pharmacies to inform customers about free accessible prescription labels upon request and provide them to people who are blind, visually impaired, or print-disabled. Pharmacies must offer labels in formats like audio, large print, or Braille that are timely, compatible with prescription readers, and contain all required label information including warnings. The labels must meet industry standards and last for the duration of the prescription. This directly affects pharmacies and people with visual disabilities by ensuring equitable access to prescription information.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates accessible prescription labels for blind/visually impaired patients, improving medication access and safety - directly advancing patient access in healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3368: Creates provisions relating to payments for vasectomies

HB 3368 requires health insurers in the state to cover vasectomies for all policyholders starting January 1, 2027, without requiring medical necessity or imposing higher deductibles/co-pays than other services. It also creates a state program through the Department of Social Services to cover vasectomies for uninsured male residents who lack employer or public insurance, with eligibility based solely on residency and lack of coverage (no income checks). The state will fund this program via a dedicated "Vasectomy Fund," which may receive federal or private contributions and cannot revert unused funds to general revenue. These provisions apply to all health benefit plans issued in the state after 2026, excluding certain supplemental policies like short-term or Medicare supplements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state funding for vasectomy coverage program via Department of Social Services, directly allocating budget resources for public health services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurer coverage of vasectomies without medical necessity or higher costs, creates state program for uninsured males, expanding access to reproductive healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Medicare

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3298: Creates provisions relating to state-accredited residency programs

HB 3298 establishes a new pathway for Missouri to accredit medical residency programs, allowing hospitals and health systems to sponsor state-accredited programs instead of requiring national accreditation (like ACGME). It directly affects residency programs, physicians completing training, and hospitals seeking to expand physician staffing. Key provisions include allowing shorter training durations for specialties with workforce shortages (e.g., family medicine), requiring programs to meet specific competency standards, and prohibiting hospitals or licensing boards from denying privileges or licenses based on whether a physician completed a nationally or state-accredited program. During a pilot period ending in 2029, the state board may limit approvals based on geographic need or specialty shortages to address access gaps. The bill ensures state-accredited programs must still meet rigorous training and supervision requirements equivalent to national standards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates state-accredited residency pathway to address physician shortages, directly supporting healthcare workforce development and improving access to medical services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Primary Care

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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 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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