Healthcare

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3255: Establishes the "Missouri Universal Health Assurance Program" to provide a publicly financed, statewide insurance program for all residents of the state

HB 3255 creates Missouri's "Universal Health Assurance Program," a statewide public insurance system providing comprehensive health, mental health, and dental care - including preventive screenings - to all state residents. The program establishes a board of governors (with diverse representation) and six regional advisory councils to develop health plans, set fees, and manage the Missouri Health Care Trust Fund. Key provisions include requiring uniform payments, streamlined administration through a single public insurer, and annual reporting to state leaders on program operations and policy recommendations. The bill aims to improve timely access to quality care, ensure adequate funding, and reduce overall health care spending.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes universal public insurance program providing comprehensive health, mental health, and dental coverage to all residents, expanding access and creating public funding through a trust fund.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3452: Creates provisions relating to insurance coverage of preventative health care services

HB 3452 requires health insurance plans sold in the state to cover specific preventative health services without cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles) starting January 1, 2026. It mandates coverage for evidence-based services rated A or B by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, CDC-recommended immunizations, and preventative care outlined in Health Resources and Services Administration guidelines. The law allows limited exceptions, such as applying high-deductible plan requirements to certain services or imposing cost-sharing for out-of-network providers. This directly affects health insurers and policyholders by ensuring no out-of-pocket costs for these recommended preventative services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for preventative services (A/B-rated, immunizations), expanding access and eliminating patient cost barriers per USPSTF/CDC guidelines.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1708: Repeals the expiration date for the Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program

SB 1708 makes Missouri's Ticket to Work Health Assurance Program permanent by removing its expiration date. This program helps working Missourians with disabilities maintain health coverage while earning income, without losing Medicaid benefits. It does not change existing eligibility rules, income limits, or premium calculations for participants - only extends the program indefinitely. The bill directly affects Missourians with disabilities who are employed and meet the program’s income and asset criteria.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExtends permanent health coverage for disabled workers, preventing loss of Medicaid benefits without altering eligibility or costs.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill extends permanent health coverage for working Missourians with disabilities, protecting their ability to maintain employment without losing Medicaid benefits, directly supporting employment stability and worker benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1696: Authorizes the Board of Curators of the University of Missouri to own or operate health care facilities

SB 1696 authorizes the University of Missouri Board of Curators to own, operate, or manage hospitals and health care facilities across Missouri. The bill allows the Board to acquire health care entities, assets, or services through purchases, leases, or partnerships. It specifically exempts the Board from penalties under Section 416.051 when operating in 25 designated counties, including Boone, Cole, and Jackson. This change enables the University of Missouri to expand its health care services without facing certain regulatory penalties in those counties.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly authorizes expansion of university healthcare facilities, enabling broader access to services and operations across designated counties without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3417: Modifies provisions relating to treatment courts

HB 3417 defines and establishes specialized treatment courts (including adult, DWI, family, juvenile, mental health, and veterans courts) to address substance use or mental health disorders among defendants. It requires circuit courts to create these divisions by a specific deadline, mandating referrals to state-certified treatment programs unless none exist locally. The bill specifies that successful completion of treatment can lead to dismissed, reduced, or modified charges, with fees paid to treatment providers not classified as court costs. It directly affects defendants with substance use or mental health disorders in criminal cases, as well as courts and treatment providers operating within the system.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes treatment courts to divert defendants with substance/mental health issues from traditional sentencing to rehabilitation, reducing recidivism and aligning with reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates referrals to mental health treatment programs via specialized courts, improving access to care for defendants with mental health disorders.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes veterans courts as specialized treatment divisions for mental health/substance use, offering alternative sentencing with dismissed charges upon completion, directly supporting veterans' access to tailored services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy Juvenile Justice Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SB 1745: Modifies provisions relating to critical incident management

SB 1745 creates Missouri’s "Critical Incident Stress Management Program" within the Department of Public Safety, directly serving police officers and first responders. It requires these personnel to complete a mental health check-in with program providers every 3-5 years to address stress from critical incidents (like traumatic events causing intense fear or helplessness). The bill protects the confidentiality of disclosures during these check-ins, with limited exceptions for preventing harm or under mandatory reporting laws. It also establishes a dedicated "988 Public Safety Fund" to pay for these services, ensuring funds cannot revert to general revenue and must be used solely for mental health support for first responders.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates mandatory mental health check-ins for first responders with confidentiality protections, directly supporting mental health services for public safety personnel.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Tags Public Safety

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 12, 2026

SB 1644: Creates provisions relating to conduct affecting health care provider networks

SB 1644 bans specific restrictive clauses in health care provider network contracts, directly affecting health insurance plans (as "general contracting entities") and health care providers. It prohibits "anti-steering" clauses (limiting provider recommendations), "anti-tiering" clauses (restricting network structure), "gag" clauses (hiding price/quality data), and "most-favored-nation" clauses (forcing rate parity). Existing contracts containing these clauses are void and unenforceable, while other contract terms remain valid. The bill also requires insurers to act in enrollees' best interest when designing networks or offering incentives, improving price transparency and choice for patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBans anti-steering, anti-tiering, gag, and most-favored-nation clauses in healthcare contracts, improving provider network transparency and patient access to care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3330: Creates provisions relating to nutrition prescriptions issued by licensed health care providers

HB 3330 allows licensed health care providers (like doctors and dietitians) to issue "nutrition prescriptions" for specific whole, locally grown fruits and vegetables to treat diet-sensitive conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure. It creates a system where patients can fill these prescriptions through approved local food programs - like hospital-based food-as-medicine initiatives, food banks, or direct partnerships with state-grown produce farmers. Participation by providers, patients, or food programs is voluntary, and the bill explicitly states it won’t affect eligibility for SNAP or WIC benefits. The program relies on locally produced, unprocessed foods meeting health department standards, with rules to be developed by the Department of Health and Senior Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates nutrition prescriptions for diet-sensitive conditions, expanding access to healthy food as medical treatment and strengthening healthcare services for chronic diseases.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 3457: Creates provisions relating to medically complex pediatric patients

HB 3457 requires hospitals with emergency departments to implement a visible electronic alert for medically complex pediatric patients (under 18 with chronic conditions needing specialty care). The alert must provide quick access to a parent-submitted care plan (created with a healthcare provider) without delaying treatment, using existing electronic health record systems. Participation is voluntary with parental consent, and hospitals aren't required to buy new technology or create new positions. The bill explicitly prohibits creating a state registry or database and ensures all information complies with privacy laws like HIPAA.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires hospitals to implement alerts for pediatric patients' care plans, improving access to critical information without treatment delays, directly enhancing patient care coordination.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Hospitals

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 23, 2026

HB 3401: Creates provisions relating to workplace violence prevention in health care settings

HB 3401 requires hospitals to create workplace violence prevention plans to protect healthcare staff, including nurses, doctors, and security personnel, from physical violence or threats. The bill mandates that each facility form a committee with specific staff representatives, develop a plan including confidential reporting systems, annual training, and clear definitions of workplace violence (covering physical attacks, weapon use, and threats), and install specific warning signs in emergency and labor/delivery areas. It also prohibits retaliation against staff who report violence and requires facilities to provide post-incident support. Hospitals must annually review these plans and make them available to staff, with limited redactions for security reasons.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates workplace violence prevention plans for healthcare facilities, protecting staff (nurses, doctors) to enhance safe healthcare delivery and staff retention.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates hospitals to create violence prevention plans, confidential reporting, and training for healthcare staff, directly enhancing workplace safety protections for workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workplace Safety

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