Maddy summaryHB 943 modifies Missouri's health care laws by establishing new requirements for ambulance district boards and community paramedic services. It mandates that ambulance district board members complete initial training within 12 months of taking office (covering state laws, ethics, and financial duties) and three hours of continuing education per term, with consequences including loss of pay and ineligibility for re-election if requirements are unmet. The bill also requires ambulance districts to undergo public financial audits by certified accountants every three years, with results posted online. Additionally, it defines community paramedic services and sets certification standards for providers, including scope of practice and medical director oversight.
Rep. Tara Peters
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Maddy summaryHB 927 designates June as "Fathership Month" in Missouri to promote awareness of fathers' roles in children's lives and establishes the "Missouri Fathership Project" within the Department of Social Services. The bill creates a grant program to fund community organizations that hire "fathership project specialists" who help fathers rebuild relationships with children, navigate court systems, and overcome barriers to reunification. These specialists serve as direct liaisons for fathers in family court cases, developing personalized plans to address relationship breakdowns and support compliance with court-ordered case plans. The initiative directly affects fathers seeking to reconnect with children, particularly those involved in family court or child support cases, and is funded through state appropriations and dedicated grants.
Maddy summaryHB 433's title about "storage and use of gold and silver" is inaccurate - the bill is actually a Missouri income tax modification. It adjusts how Missouri calculates taxable income by adding back certain items excluded from federal taxable income, such as: 1) Federal tax refunds that created Missouri tax benefits (excluding pandemic-related refunds), 2) Interest on some government bonds, 3) Specific deductions for property purchases (2002-2003), and 4) Net operating loss carryforwards. It also subtracts certain items added back (like state tax refunds or military combat zone income) to prevent double taxation. The bill directly affects all Missouri individual income taxpayers by changing their taxable income calculation relative to federal rules.
Maddy summaryHB 397 creates new provisions for dietitian licensing in Missouri, primarily benefiting military spouses and facilitating interstate practice. It allows licensed dietitians from other states (with at least one year of licensure) to apply for a Missouri license without retaking exams or meeting additional education/experience requirements, specifically waiving these for nonresident and resident military spouses who have relocated to Missouri. The bill also establishes the "Dietitian Licensure Compact," enabling licensed dietitians to practice across participating states without multiple licenses while maintaining state regulatory authority. The legislation is pending final approval after passing committee review and a public hearing.
Maddy summaryHB 842 requires MO HealthNet and health benefit plans covering maternity care to include coverage for home blood pressure monitoring devices. This policy directly affects pregnant and postpartum women who rely on these plans for healthcare. The bill adds this specific device to existing maternity benefit coverage without altering other existing benefits. It mandates that plans cover the reasonable cost of these devices as part of standard maternity care, ensuring access to monitoring for blood pressure management during pregnancy and postpartum.
Maddy summaryHB 459 prohibits Missouri state and local agencies from enforcing any "red flag law" that would seize firearms from citizens without a court trial. It blocks the use of federal funds to support such enforcement and bans law enforcement from complying with federal or state orders requiring firearm seizures. The bill directly affects Missouri residents who might face such seizures and state agencies responsible for law enforcement. Violating the law could trigger $50,000 penalties per incident and allow affected citizens to sue for damages.
Maddy summaryHB 886 defines and clarifies license types for social workers in Missouri, directly affecting licensed social workers, licensing bodies, and supervision requirements. The bill specifies that "licensed advanced macro social workers" and "licensed master social workers" may not provide therapy, diagnose mental disorders, or treat emotional conditions without clinical supervision. It establishes clear scope of practice boundaries, such as prohibiting master social workers from conducting clinical therapy without supervision and defining non-clinical roles like policy development. Additionally, the bill sets standards for supervisors, requiring 16 hours of training and three years of practice experience for those overseeing licensure candidates.
Maddy summaryHB 1852 mandates that public schools install automated external defibrillators (AEDs) starting in the 2025-26 school year to help respond to cardiac emergencies. The bill requires these devices to be FDA-approved, placed in high-traffic areas like gyms and cafeterias, and maintained by qualified technicians with annual inspections. Additionally, the law stipulates that school staff must receive specific training on using AEDs and performing CPR, with refresher courses required every year. This legislation directly affects school districts, educators, and students by establishing clear protocols for equipment placement, maintenance, and emergency response procedures.
Maddy summaryHB 1955 updates Missouri state laws regarding how the state manages its financial assets and how residents calculate their state income taxes. The bill requires the state treasurer to keep at least one percent of state funds in local banks as cash or interest-bearing deposits, provided these funds are not needed for current expenses. It also modifies the state income tax code by adding specific federal tax refunds and interest amounts to a taxpayer's income while allowing certain deductions to be subtracted. These tax adjustments are designed to align Missouri's tax calculations with changes in federal tax laws, such as rules on business interest and property tax deductions.