Rep. John Voss

Maddy summaryHB 1783 allows Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services to directly contract with Missouri-affiliated public health organizations (like national associations or institutes) to help deliver health services and manage grant programs across the state. The bill requires these contracted organizations to provide the state legislature with an annual report detailing how funds were used and including service improvement suggestions. This directly affects the Department of Health, the contracted public health organizations, and Missouri residents receiving health services. The key provision is creating a formal mechanism for the state to partner with external public health entities while adding transparency through annual reporting.

Maddy summaryHB 1785 creates a state income tax credit for Missouri taxpayers who donate to qualifying pregnancy resource centers. It offers tax credits of 50% (2007-2020), 70% (2021-2026), and 100% (2027+) of donations, up to $50,000 annually per taxpayer. To qualify, centers must provide free, non-abortion services (no abortions performed/referred) and meet strict criteria like in-person support and IRS tax-exempt status. The bill sets annual spending limits on total credits ($2.5M until 2019, then $3.5M until 2021, with no cap after 2021) and requires state verification of center eligibility.

Maddy summaryHB 1784 amends Missouri's Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program by changing the definition of "qualified student" to expand eligibility. It allows students with a special education plan under federal law (IDEA) or those from households earning below 300% of the income standard for free/reduced-price lunches to qualify. To qualify under the income rule, students must have recently attended public school, be kindergarten-eligible, or have a sibling already receiving a scholarship. The bill directly affects Missouri students seeking scholarship funds for private, charter, or virtual schools. This change modifies existing eligibility criteria without altering the program's core structure.

Maddy summaryHB 1780 creates a legal process for Missouri website owners facing lawsuits alleging violations of accessibility laws (like the ADA) to challenge whether such lawsuits are "abusive." It allows defendants to file a civil action asking courts to determine if the lawsuit's primary purpose was obtaining payment for defense costs, not fixing website access. Courts must consider factors like the plaintiff's history of similar lawsuits, defendant resources, and whether the website was corrected within 30 days (creating a presumption the lawsuit is abusive if not corrected within 90 days). The law expires if the federal government issues ADA website accessibility standards.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 3892) grants the Great Rivers Council, Boy Scouts of America, and the Great Rivers Eagle Scout Association exclusive use of the Missouri House Chamber on Monday, February 16, 2026, from noon to 2:00 p.m. It directly affects Eagle Scouts recognized in 2025 and their sponsoring organizations, enabling them to hold a formal recognition event. The resolution specifies strict conduct rules, including no food/drinks, no banners, limited dais access, and required respectful behavior to preserve chamber decorum. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new policy but authorizes a specific event under defined conditions.

Maddy summaryHB 973 allows Missouri's Department of Health to directly contract with a designated Missouri affiliate of the National Network of Public Health Institutes (or a similar entity) to help deliver public health services and manage grant funds across the state. The bill requires the health department and this affiliate to submit an annual report to the legislature within 60 days after each fiscal year, detailing all funds received and spent during that period. This changes how the state collaborates with public health organizations by establishing a direct contracting mechanism and adding transparency through mandatory reporting. The bill passed the House unanimously (16-0) and was referred to the Rules Committee for further consideration.

Maddy summaryHB 1122 replaces Missouri's existing coroner qualifications and compensation laws with new requirements. It mandates that county coroners must be U.S. citizens over 21 who have resided in the state for a year and the county for six months prior to election, plus complete certified death investigation training from approved organizations. The bill establishes a salary schedule based on county assessed valuation (e.g., $8,000 for counties with $18M-$41M valuation), with $1,000 of that salary contingent on completing 20+ hours of annual training. This directly affects all Missouri county coroners by changing their eligibility, salary structure, and ongoing training obligations.

Maddy summaryHB 513 modifies how local governments (political subdivisions) can use design-build and construction manager-at-risk delivery methods for public projects. It sets spending thresholds: noncivil projects (like buildings) over $7 million and civil projects (like roads or water systems) over $3 million can use these methods, with a limit of five smaller noncivil projects under $7 million per fiscal year. The bill requires a two-step selection process for construction managers, prioritizing qualifications (40%) over cost (60%), and mandates public disclosure of selection criteria before bidding. It also prohibits the project’s own engineer or architect from serving as the construction manager.

Maddy summaryHB 1211 requires real estate brokers to keep client funds in separate escrow accounts, not mixed with their personal money. Brokers may hold up to $1,000 of their own funds in the account for service charges (with strict limits), must report account details to regulators, and maintain full records for inspection. If funds are disputed in a real estate transaction, brokers must transfer them to the state treasurer within 365 days. The bill directly affects real estate brokers handling client payments, ensuring funds are safeguarded and accessible for oversight.

Maddy summaryHB 93 adds three new judicial divisions to the circuit court serving Perry, Bollinger, and Cape Girardeau counties. It authorizes additional judgeships, with division two's judge elected in 1982, division one's in 1984, and division three initially appointed until 2029 (with an election in 2028). The bill directly affects the judicial structure and caseloads in these three counties by expanding their court capacity. This is a structural change to the state's judicial system, not a policy affecting broader public programs or regulations.