Maddy summaryHB 742 prohibits Missouri state departments from using public funds for any programs, staffing, or initiatives related to "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (or similar terms) that promote preferential treatment based on race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics. It specifically bans funding for initiatives advancing concepts like "disparities are solely due to oppression" or "collective guilt," while allowing compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The bill also prevents state departments from requiring private companies to adopt such programs as a condition of receiving state contracts. This law directly affects all state agencies and their budget allocations for workplace programs.
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Maddy summaryHB 743 exempts broadband communications service providers from paying sales tax on equipment used to build and maintain broadband networks, starting January 1, 2026. This includes items like cables, routers, antennas, modems, and related software or hardware. Providers must submit written certification to sellers to claim the exemption, and may also pay taxes directly to the revenue department. The bill directly affects internet service companies by reducing costs for essential network infrastructure.
Maddy summaryHB 794 modifies Missouri election laws by prohibiting government election authorities from accepting funds or services for election administration from non-government sources, with limited exceptions for "de minimis" value. It requires entities providing election services to certify they have no foreign donations and submit annual, sworn certifications. Election officers must publicly disclose any membership or participation in such entities on their websites with specific formatting, including certification details and program descriptions, for at least 180 days. The bill directly affects election officers (e.g., clerks, registrars) and service-providing entities, aiming to prevent foreign influence in election administration through mandatory transparency and certification. Violations are classified as class B misdemeanors.
Maddy summaryHB 1197 protects private K-12 schools from civil lawsuits when they establish single-sex restrooms or changing areas based on students' sex as defined by their original birth certificate. The bill defines "sex" as male or female based on genetics/physiology at birth and specifies that schools cannot be liable for designating restrooms exclusively for males or females to ensure privacy and safety. It also prohibits local governments from banning such policies and requires them to cover schools' legal costs if they challenge the policy. This law directly affects private schools and their restroom access policies, with no provisions for emergency medical or maintenance access.
Maddy summaryHB 898 modifies Missouri law to exempt firearm suppressors (silencers) manufactured within the state from federal regulation. It requires "Made in Missouri" labeling on such suppressors and establishes that state entities cannot enforce federal laws regulating suppressors if those laws impose restrictions not already in Missouri law. The bill also directs the attorney general to seek federal court validation of Missouri's position on federal regulation authority. These provisions apply only to suppressors manufactured on or after August 28, 2025. The bill directly affects Missouri suppressor manufacturers and state/local government entities that would otherwise enforce federal suppressor rules.
Maddy summaryHB 793 updates rules for ballot measure petitions to prevent foreign influence. It requires petitioners to certify that no prohibited (foreign) funds were used in gathering signatures and that they will not accept contributions from such sources. The bill also mandates detailed record-keeping for all contributions and expenditures - including donor affirmations confirming they are not foreign nationals and haven't received over $100,000 from prohibited sources in the past four years. These changes apply to all committees and individuals gathering signatures for ballot measures, including requirements for segregated records and three-year retention of financial documents.
Maddy summaryHB 897 prohibits foreign governments and businesses from "foreign adversary" countries (as defined by federal regulations) from purchasing, holding, or acquiring real estate in the state. It directly affects entities like foreign-owned corporations headquartered in designated adversary nations or controlled by such governments. The bill includes three key exceptions: businesses registered for 7+ years with good standing, CFIUS-approved entities, and those with active federal national security agreements. The law specifies that "foreign adversary" refers to entities listed under 15 CFR 7.4(a), without altering existing federal definitions.
Maddy summaryHB 744 creates an online "Missouri Accountability Portal" requiring public entities - including school districts, public charter schools, and higher education institutions - to publicly share detailed financial data daily. This includes tracking all government spending (purchases, bonds, employee pay), debt, and revenue streams, with data updated daily and searchable by fund or amount. The bill also grants parents specific rights to access school curricula, teacher information, student records, safety incident reports, and school contracts, while mandating schools to develop policies supporting these rights by the 2026-27 school year. It directly affects school districts, public entities, and parents of students in Missouri public schools.
Maddy summaryHB 563 removes registration requirements for landowners seeking hunting permits on their own property. It requires the wildlife commission to issue permits to any landowner (resident or nonresident) owning at least five acres who requests one. The bill also allows landowners to obtain free two-day hunting permits for one nonresident immediate family member per year, with a maximum of one such permit annually. This directly affects landowners with five or more acres who hunt wildlife on their property.
Maddy summaryHB 696, the "Missouri Hemp Consumer Protection Act," establishes regulations for hemp-derived consumable products (like edibles, beverages, and vapes containing cannabinoids such as CBD or THC under 0.3% delta-9 THC). It requires businesses (manufacturers, distributors, retailers) to obtain licenses, mandates independent lab testing for safety and potency using specific methods (HPLC/GC-MS), and prohibits sales to anyone under 21 with strict age verification. The law also defines key terms like "batch," "safe harbor products" (for export), and "independent testing laboratory" to ensure consistent standards. This directly affects hemp product businesses and consumers in Missouri by creating new compliance requirements for product safety and age-restricted sales.