Rep. Ben Baker

Primary HB 2830

In committee · Missouri House · Lead sponsor

Creates provisions relating to the definition of reproductive health care

Maddy summaryThis bill defines the term "reproductive health care" to explicitly exclude gender transition surgeries, cross-sex hormones, and puberty-blocking drugs for both minors and adults. By adding this language to the state's legal code, the legislation clarifies that these specific medical procedures are not covered under the existing definition of reproductive health services. The change aims to ensure that laws or policies relying on this definition do not inadvertently include gender-affirming treatments.

In committee May 17, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 1955

In committee · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Modifies and creates new provisions related to the regulation and treatment of certain state financial instruments

Maddy summaryHB 1955 updates Missouri state laws regarding how the state manages its financial assets and how residents calculate their state income taxes. The bill requires the state treasurer to keep at least one percent of state funds in local banks as cash or interest-bearing deposits, provided these funds are not needed for current expenses. It also modifies the state income tax code by adding specific federal tax refunds and interest amounts to a taxpayer's income while allowing certain deductions to be subtracted. These tax adjustments are designed to align Missouri's tax calculations with changes in federal tax laws, such as rules on business interest and property tax deductions.

In committee May 16, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HJR 86

Passed · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Make numerous changes to the initiative petition process and to the process of approving constitutional amendments

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to how Missouri citizens propose laws and amend the state constitution through the initiative petition process. It would require petitions to be signed by a specific percentage of registered voters in two-thirds of the state's congressional districts and mandate a public review period before measures appear on the ballot. The legislation also introduces restrictions to prevent foreign governments or political parties from sponsoring or funding these petitions and limits the ability of the General Assembly to repeal or amend laws approved by voters. Additionally, it sets new voting thresholds for constitutional amendments, requiring approval by a majority of voters statewide and in a majority of congressional districts.

Passed May 16, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 2634

Signed into law · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Modifies provisions relating to public funding of abortion facilities and affiliates and provisions relating to MO HealthNet providers

Signed into law May 9, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 2896

Passed · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Establishes an alternative remedy to remove persons who are unlawfully occupying a residential dwelling and establishes the offense of criminal mischief

Passed May 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 2142

Passed · Missouri House · Lead sponsor

Modifies provisions relating to an income tax deduction for broadband internet expansion grants

Passed May 6, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 1563

In committee · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Prohibits public funds from being expended to any abortion facility, or affiliate or associate thereof, including for MO HealthNet reimbursement, and modifies provisions relating to MO HealthNet providers

In committee May 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 1708

In committee · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Changes the law regarding firearm concealed carry permits

In committee May 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 2141

In committee · Missouri House · Lead sponsor

Prohibits the use of Chinese-owned social media applications on state owned devices

In committee May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 2523

In committee · Missouri House · Co-sponsor

Modifies and establishes provisions relating to public safety

In committee May 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track