Maddy summaryHB 3012 would create a public registry for individuals convicted of multiple domestic violence offenses against family or household members in Missouri. It requires courts to order registration after a conviction when a person has at least one prior conviction for domestic violence against the same type of victim. The registry, maintained by the Department of Public Safety, would include name, date of birth, offense details, and a photo (but not address or ID numbers) and be accessible online. Offenders would pay a $150 registration fee (with $100 funding domestic violence prevention services), and their names would be removed after 5-20 years based on prior offenses. The registry would apply only to offenses occurring on or after January 1, 2027, and expire after six years unless renewed.
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Maddy summaryHB 1625 modifies drug trafficking penalties by adjusting quantity thresholds for first- and second-degree offenses. It lowers the fentanyl threshold for enhanced penalties from 20mg to 14mg and adds stricter punishments for trafficking near schools, housing, or hotels (e.g., within 2,000 feet of schools or public housing). This bill directly affects individuals trafficking drugs above these new limits, with harsher penalties for larger quantities or offenses in sensitive locations. The changes update existing drug laws to align with current public safety concerns regarding dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamines.
Maddy summaryHB 1834 changes Missouri's law on enticing children by raising the age of protected minors from 17 to 18 years. It makes it a felony for anyone 21 or older to persuade, lure, or communicate with a person under 18 for sexual purposes, including online. Convictions require mandatory prison sentences of 5 to 30 years with no parole, probation, or early release for five years after sentencing. This law directly affects adults who target minors under 18 for sexual conduct.
Maddy summaryHB 2547 requires anyone placing a surveillance or game camera on private property to first get written consent from the landowner or their representative, or obtain a search warrant under Missouri or U.S. constitutional protections. It directly affects property owners, hunters, security personnel, and others who might use such cameras on private land. The bill also allows law enforcement to place cameras only if facing publicly accessible areas within 100 feet of the location, with approval from the top law enforcement officer. The bill passed the Missouri House with 9-1 support after public hearings.
Maddy summaryHB 1663 requires schools to restrict athletic participation to students competing in sports designated for their biological sex, as documented on their birth certificate or another government record. It prohibits schools from allowing students to compete in sports designated for the opposite biological sex unless no equivalent sport is available for the student's assigned sex. The bill defines "biological sex" based on reproductive biology at birth and specifies that birth certificate documentation must reflect the sex assigned at birth or correct a clerical error. Violations could result in loss of state funding, and affected students or parents may seek legal remedies. The law expires in 2027.
Maddy summaryHB 1756 designates the first week of June each year as "June's Week" in Missouri to honor June, a Missouri child with a rare pediatric cancer (ATRT-B), and to raise public awareness about rare pediatric diseases. The bill encourages Missourians to participate in events that promote early symptom recognition and support families affected by these conditions. It is a symbolic observance with no new funding or regulatory changes, solely focused on commemoration and awareness. This is a procedural resolution, not a substantive policy bill.
Maddy summaryHJR 115 proposes a constitutional amendment to create a property tax exemption for Missouri disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. It defines a "disabled veteran" as a Missouri resident honorably separated from military service with a 100% VA-certified service-connected disability, and a "homestead" as their primary residence (not exceeding 2.5 acres). The exemption would apply to real property used as a primary home, excluding portions rented for more than six months annually. This amendment requires voter approval in the 2026 general election and would replace the current property tax exemption provisions in Missouri's constitution.
Maddy summaryHB 1977 modifies Missouri's civil detention procedures for mental health evaluations. It allows any adult (not requiring legal representation) to file a written application alleging a mental health crisis and imminent risk of serious harm, removing notarization requirements for most filings. The bill establishes a 96-hour maximum detention period for evaluation at a mental health facility, requiring factual basis in applications and permitting peace officers or medical professionals to initiate detention based on reasonable cause. This directly affects individuals potentially subject to involuntary mental health evaluation, as well as family members, neighbors, or medical staff who may file applications.
Maddy summaryHB 2658 creates a state "no-call database" allowing Missouri residential phone subscribers to opt out of unsolicited telemarketing calls at no cost. It requires telemarketers to check both the FCC's reassigned number database and the state database before calling, and prohibits "call spoofing" (faking caller ID to defraud or harass). The law also mandates that telemarketers clearly identify themselves at the start of calls and blocks efforts to circumvent caller ID services. This directly affects residential subscribers (who can join the database) and telemarketers (who must comply with the rules and database checks).
Maddy summaryHB 3113 requires public buildings to store naloxone (an overdose reversal medication) in first aid kits and near defibrillators, and to inform occupants of its location and emergency procedures. It designates April as "Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month" and mandates school districts to establish drug-free advisory committees with community input, implement grade 6-12 fentanyl education, and develop prevention programs for students. The bill also directs law enforcement to investigate all drug-related deaths as homicide crime scenes, regardless of criminal charges, and to collaborate with schools on drug trafficking prevention in school zones. These provisions directly affect public buildings, school districts, and law enforcement agencies across Missouri.