Rep. Matthew Overcast

Maddy summaryHJR 3 proposes a constitutional amendment titled "Protect Missouri Voters" to restrict foreign influence in statewide ballot measures. It would ban contributions from foreign adversaries (as defined by U.S. designations) and foreign nationals to support or oppose such measures, with penalties including fines, imprisonment, or triple the illegal contribution amount. The amendment also criminalizes petition signature fraud, requires public hearings before initiative petitions are submitted, mandates majority approval in each congressional district for constitutional initiatives, and ensures the full text of initiatives is provided to voters with their ballots. If approved by voters, these provisions would become part of Missouri's constitution.

Maddy summaryHB 737 replaces four existing Missouri statutes with new provisions governing financial accountability for children in state custody. The bill directly affects children under the Children's Division, their parents, and financial representatives (like fiduciaries or payees) handling funds for these children. Key mechanisms require all money received for a child - such as benefits from Social Security or Veterans Administration - to be accounted for in the child’s name and used *only* for "unmet needs" like tutoring, transportation, housing preparation, or technology (not for foster care costs or general maintenance). The law also mandates annual reviews to identify new benefits and ensures the division only acts as a representative payee when no other suitable candidate exists.

Maddy summaryHB 262 creates a state fund to reimburse health care facilities for providing hyperbaric oxygen therapy to Missouri veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or traumatic brain injury (TBI). To qualify, veterans must have a diagnosis from a licensed health care provider, have previously sought treatment through Veterans Health Administration or private insurance, and reside in Missouri. Facilities must use FDA-approved equipment, follow treatment protocols based on clinical trials, and not charge veterans for the therapy. The Missouri Veterans Commission will manage the fund and require facilities to submit annual reports on therapy outcomes to assess effectiveness.

Maddy summaryHJR 73 proposes a constitutional amendment in Missouri that would restrict abortion access and regulate reproductive health care. It allows abortions only in cases of medical emergency, fetal anomaly, rape, or incest (with a 12-week limit for rape/incest), bans abortions based on disability diagnoses (except fetal anomalies), and prohibits public funding for most abortions. The amendment also bans gender transition surgeries and puberty-blocking drugs for minors under 18, with exceptions for medical conditions, and requires specific medical safeguards for abortion providers. If approved by voters in 2026, these provisions would become part of Missouri’s constitution, directly affecting patients, medical providers, and minors seeking reproductive or gender-affirming care.

Maddy summaryHB 109 designates Branson as Missouri's "Live Entertainment Capital" by adding this official title to state code (Section 10.254). This ceremonial bill directly affects Branson's identity and promotional efforts but does not create new funding, regulations, or policy changes. The key mechanism is a symbolic designation in state law, intended to highlight Branson's reputation for live entertainment venues and events. The bill passed the House unanimously (12-0) but was postponed in committee on May 15, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Missouri state agencies, law enforcement, and political subdivisions from enforcing any "red flag law" that allows temporary or permanent seizure of firearms without a court hearing where the individual had a chance to be heard and a finding of probable cause for criminal activity (sections 3-5). It specifically bans the use of federal funds to enforce such laws (section 4) and creates civil penalties, including $50,000 per violation, for agencies that enforce them (section 7). The bill directly affects Missouri citizens who might be targeted by federal or state red flag laws, preventing state entities from complying with such orders. It exempts firearm seizures as evidence in criminal investigations (section 6) and states the law is an emergency measure for public safety.

Maddy summaryHB 1159 allows counties classified as third-class to use up to 50% of collected court costs and fees for courthouse construction or renovation projects, with a maximum 7-year limit per project. The bill specifies that counties may withhold these funds for new building construction or existing courthouse upgrades but cannot exceed the 50% cap or extend usage beyond seven consecutive years for any single project. It does not change how court fees are collected but modifies how counties may allocate a portion of those revenues. This applies only to third-class counties and requires strict adherence to the specified funding limits.

Maddy summaryHB 166 establishes Missouri's rules for selecting and overseeing commissioners who would attend a potential Article V constitutional convention (a process to propose U.S. constitutional amendments). It requires commissioners to be Missouri citizens meeting House of Representatives qualifications (excluding federal officials and some state leaders), appoints them via a joint legislative committee with at least one-third not being current lawmakers, and mandates they follow specific instructions set by the Missouri legislature regarding what issues they can address at the convention. The bill also creates oversight mechanisms to ensure commissioners act within the legislature's approved guidelines.

Maddy summaryHB 163 prohibits using fetal organs or tissue from *elective* abortions for medical, scientific, research, therapeutic, or any other purpose. It specifically bans offering money or incentives to conceive a child for organ harvesting, to obtain an abortion for that purpose, or to sell fetal tissue (except for burial or medical exams). The law applies to medical professionals, researchers, and anyone handling fetal tissue, requiring knowledge of intent to harvest before prohibitions apply. Exceptions include standard burial costs and pathology examinations, but the bill explicitly targets tissue use tied to elective abortions rather than medical necessity.

Maddy summaryHB 1474 requires physicians prescribing abortion medication to provide patients with a written notice about potential reversal methods and direct them to a specific website and hotline (abortionpillreversal.com or 877-558-0333). It mandates that this information be displayed as bilingual signs (8.5x11 inches, 16-point font) in all secondary school restrooms, higher education facilities, and hospital emergency rooms. The bill also requires state health departments to maintain and update this information annually. These provisions directly affect healthcare providers, schools, and hospitals in the state, focusing on the dissemination of information about medication abortion reversal.