Rep. Brad Banderman

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 1166) grants permission for four Missouri schools - Riverbend Middle School, St. Clair Junior High School, Union Middle School, and Lonedell R-XIV School - to use the Missouri House Chamber on April 28, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for presenting the "Glory of Missouri" Awards to students. The resolution specifies that participants must follow strict conduct rules, including dressing respectfully, avoiding food/drinks, and prohibiting banners or equipment use in the chamber. Representative Brad Banderman or a designee must supervise the event to ensure adherence to House decorum standards. This is a procedural resolution, not a policy change, solely authorizing a one-time event.

Maddy summaryHB 1178 prevents utility companies from charging residential customers more than one annual "customer charge" per address, regardless of how many meters are on the property. This directly affects homeowners or renters in multi-unit properties (like duplexes or apartments with separate meters) who might otherwise face multiple yearly fees. The bill allows one charge per address annually, with an exception for the first 12 months after installing a new meter. It aims to simplify billing and prevent repeated charges for basic service costs like metering or billing. The bill is currently pending in the Utilities committee after being introduced in February 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 1059 modifies property tax rules for solar energy projects. It exempts solar property built before December 31, 2024, or with a capacity of one megawatt or less from significant taxation (treated as "de minimis"), and caps property tax liability for larger solar projects at $500 per megawatt. The bill also includes provisions for land reclassified due to solar projects and ensures existing tax agreements remain unaffected. These changes apply to solar energy property owners and local assessors, and expire on December 31, 2050. The law does not alter depreciation rules for general business property.

Maddy summaryHB 367 reinstates Missouri's presidential primary election to be held on the first Tuesday in March during presidential election years, replacing the current system. It modifies absentee voting rules by requiring photo identification for mail-in ballots (unless voting due to specific reasons like incarceration or address confidentiality program participation) and expanding eligible reasons for absentee voting to include religious observance, certain employment (e.g., first responders), and financial hardship in school districts. The bill directly affects Missouri voters participating in presidential primaries and those seeking absentee ballots, particularly incarcerated individuals, participants in address confidentiality programs, and voters with religious or occupational constraints. Key provisions include new requirements for absentee ballot envelopes and streamlined registration via federal postcard applications for eligible voters.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Missouri General Assembly's support for Israel and its right to exist and defend itself. It specifically condemns the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas, citing the loss of life and hostages, while highlighting President Harry S. Truman's historical role in recognizing the state. The bill does not change any laws or policies but serves as a formal statement of solidarity to be sent to the Israeli Consulate.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Missouri Religious Freedom Protection Act to prevent public officials from issuing orders that stop religious groups or their places of worship from holding services or meetings. It specifically protects these groups from restrictions related to public health mandates or other government directives, while explicitly allowing buildings to follow standard fire and safety codes. The law includes exceptions for situations involving imminent dangers like natural disasters or terrorist threats, as well as cases where a religious group plans to commit acts of violence or harm.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to how Missouri citizens propose laws and amend the state constitution through the initiative petition process. It would require petitions to be signed by a specific percentage of registered voters in two-thirds of the state's congressional districts and mandate a public review period before measures appear on the ballot. The legislation also introduces restrictions to prevent foreign governments or political parties from sponsoring or funding these petitions and limits the ability of the General Assembly to repeal or amend laws approved by voters. Additionally, it sets new voting thresholds for constitutional amendments, requiring approval by a majority of voters statewide and in a majority of congressional districts.

Maddy summaryHB 1713 modifies Missouri state tax laws to allow service members to deduct enlistment bonuses and other military compensation from their state taxable income. The bill establishes a phased schedule where the deduction for National Guard and reserve bonuses increases annually, reaching a full one-hundred percent deduction for tax years starting on or after January 1, 2024. Additionally, the legislation removes the requirement for National Guard members to receive COVID-19 vaccinations as a condition of state duty and creates a program to award medallions and certificates to veterans who served in specific operations between 2001 and 2021.