Rep. Don Mayhew

Maddy summaryHCR 39 is a Missouri legislative resolution urging Congress to call a constitutional convention to repeal the Sixteenth Amendment, which authorizes federal income taxation. The bill seeks to remove Congress's power to tax income (except during declared war) and return that authority to state governments. It directs Missouri's legislature to formally apply to Congress under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, joining similar applications from other states to reach the two-thirds threshold needed for a convention. This resolution does not change tax laws but initiates a process to potentially amend the Constitution, directly affecting Missouri's role in advocating for this constitutional change.

Maddy summaryHB 3326 protects charitable organizations from lawsuits when they disclose in good faith allegations of sexual misconduct against individuals. It specifically covers disclosures made to other charities or their employees/volunteers about claims involving sexual misconduct, abuse, harassment, or sexual offenses under state law. The immunity applies only if the organization reasonably believes the disclosure is true and acts without malicious intent. This bill does not cover disclosures about one's own experience of abuse or actions taken in bad faith.

Maddy summaryHB 3370 requires courts to offer treatment court programs for first-time felony offenders with substance use disorders before they enter a plea. Upon completing the program, pending charges are dismissed (after paying associated costs), and the bill explicitly prohibits treatment courts from barring participants from medication-assisted treatment for opioid or substance misuse. It also establishes procedures for transferring participants between jurisdictions and ensures participation in medication-assisted treatment cannot violate program terms. The bill directly affects eligible offenders in criminal cases seeking substance use disorder treatment instead of traditional sentencing.

Maddy summaryHB 3531 requires the Missouri State Highway Patrol to create and maintain a public website where anyone can enter a firearm's serial number to check if it has been reported stolen. This bill directly affects firearm owners, law enforcement agencies, and the general public by providing a simple, accessible tool to verify a gun's status. The key mechanism is an online database that allows real-time searches using a firearm's serial number, leveraging existing reports of stolen firearms. The bill does not change how law enforcement reports stolen firearms but adds public access to this information.

Maddy summaryHB 3539 creates a refund program for Missouri residents who paid motor fuel tax on vehicles, directly affecting individuals and businesses that purchased fuel for vehicles registered in Missouri. It establishes two claim methods: a receipt-based refund requiring detailed vehicle and purchase documentation (filed by September 30 annually), or a standard refund applied as a flat amount against income tax (filed by April 15 annually). The standard refund amount increases yearly - $30 for 2026, $45 for 2027, $60 for 2028, and $75+ for 2029 onward - with receipts needed for the detailed option. Refunds are funded by the same motor fuel tax revenue and cannot exceed taxes collected in a given year.

Maddy summaryHB 3538 establishes a "Motor Fuel Tax Fund of 2021" by setting tiered taxes on various fuels used in vehicles. It imposes rates like 17 cents per gallon for regular gasoline, 5-17 cents per gallon equivalent for natural gas/propane (increasing over time), and a supplemental tax rising from 2.5 cents to 12.5 cents per gallon starting in 2021. The revenue from these taxes flows into the fund, which must be used for state road and bridge projects. Businesses that qualify (e.g., commercial fleets using fuel for non-highway purposes) can claim refunds by submitting documentation annually, with refunds paid from the fund.

Maddy summaryHB 2907 modifies outdoor advertising rules near highways in Missouri. It permits signs within 660 feet of interstate, federal-aid primary, or National Highway System roads in industrial/commercial zones or unzoned commercial areas, while prohibiting rotating lights, flashing displays (except scoreboards), and signs that obstruct traffic views. The bill sets strict limits: maximum sign size of 800 square feet (30 ft tall, 72 ft long), requires 1,400 feet between signs on the same highway side, and mandates proper lighting shielding to prevent driver glare. These rules directly affect outdoor advertising companies and property owners near designated highways.

Maddy summaryHB 2905 establishes Missouri's control over federally managed lands within the state, requiring federal agencies to obtain state legislative consent before acquiring land or implementing new regulations. It mandates public hearings in affected counties for land changes, gives state law enforcement primary authority for resource enforcement, and prohibits federal officers from issuing citations for minor offenses without state coordination. The bill also requires federal agencies to share 70% of revenue from activities on these lands with Missouri for community projects, road improvements, and economic development, while asserting state jurisdiction over water, wildlife, and mineral rights. A state-federal dispute resolution board must mediate conflicts before new federal regulations take effect.

Maddy summaryHB 3064 designates the Ozark Mountain Daredevils as Missouri's official state band. This ceremonial bill amends Missouri law to formally recognize the band as the state's designated musical representative. It has no policy impact or financial implications, as it solely establishes a symbolic designation without altering laws or funding. The bill affects no specific groups beyond this formal recognition.

Maddy summaryHJR 172 proposes a constitutional amendment to reform Missouri's Conservation Commission structure. It would replace current membership rules with a maximum of seven commissioners requiring expertise in natural resources, political balance (no more than half from one party), and residency in distinct congressional districts. Commissioners would serve six-year terms with staggered start dates, and vacancies must be filled by remaining members from a legislature-provided list of ten candidates, with the process made public. The amendment requires voter approval in the 2026 general election and does not address the conservation tax or property tax exemption details mentioned in the title, as the bill text focuses solely on commission membership changes.