Rep. Bill Allen

Maddy summaryHB 1074 requires all public school districts in the state to report school safety incidents involving weapons (like firearms, explosives, or knives) or credible threats of such incidents to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. School districts must follow state-established procedures to report these events within specified timeframes, including details about the incident and any related threats. The department will maintain a centralized database of all reported incidents to track safety trends. This bill directly affects every public school district and their reporting processes across the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1495 directs the Missouri Veterans Commission to review existing federal laws and regulations related to veteran mental health care. The commission must then work with the Department of Mental Health to develop and implement new procedures, programs, and treatment options aimed at preventing veteran suicide. Additionally, the commission is required to submit annual reports to the Department of Public Safety and the General Assembly by July 1st each year detailing the progress and effectiveness of these efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 2749 proposes to add xylazine to the state's list of Schedule III controlled substances, which would subject the drug to stricter regulations similar to those currently applied to prescription painkillers. This legislative change directly impacts law enforcement, healthcare providers, and pharmacies by requiring them to follow specific rules for the storage, dispensing, and monitoring of xylazine. The bill aims to increase oversight of the substance, which is often mixed with other drugs, by formally classifying it under the state's controlled substance laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill abolishes the death penalty in Missouri and mandates that anyone convicted of first-degree murder be sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole, except by an act of the governor. It achieves this by repealing existing statutes that authorized capital punishment and replacing them with new sections that specify life without parole as the mandatory penalty for adults aged eighteen and older. The legislation also clarifies how offenses are classified based on potential prison terms and outlines rules for combining homicide charges with other crimes during legal proceedings. These changes directly affect the sentencing outcomes for individuals convicted of murder and alter the legal framework governing capital cases in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 2901 modifies the Missouri gaming laws by establishing new definitions for key terms used in the state's gaming regulations. The bill clarifies how the state distinguishes between games of chance and games of skill, such as poker or blackjack, and outlines the process for the Missouri Gaming Commission to approve additional skill-based games upon request. It also sets specific rules for how the commission must conduct hearings, including public notice requirements and the burden of proof that applicants must meet to demonstrate a game is a game of skill. These changes directly affect casino operators, boat gambling licensees, and the regulatory commission by providing clearer guidelines for licensing and game approval.

Maddy summaryHB 2845 amends state laws to explicitly acknowledge the right to perform and receive in vitro fertilization procedures and services within the state. This bill directly affects medical providers and individuals seeking fertility treatments by clarifying that existing state laws must be interpreted to support these reproductive services. The key provision is a declarative statement ensuring that legal interpretations do not hinder access to or the delivery of IVF care.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new category called "earnings tax opportunity zones" within existing distressed communities to encourage economic growth. Starting in 2024, it exempts salaries, wages, and business profits earned by residents or generated within these specific zones from the state's earnings tax. To ensure transparency, the bill requires local governments to publish and maintain an updated map of these zones on their websites. The law directly affects individuals and businesses operating in designated areas by reducing their tax liability on income derived from work performed there.

Maddy summaryHB 1830 creates a legal framework allowing adults aged 21 and older to use psilocybin for therapeutic purposes if they have specific conditions like PTSD, depression, substance use disorders, or require end-of-life care. To qualify, individuals must enroll in a clinical trial or be declined due to lack of space, obtain a physician's certification, and have their psilocybin tested by a state-licensed laboratory before use. The bill also provides immunity from civil and criminal penalties for patients, assistants, and licensed laboratories involved in the process, while prohibiting state agencies from sharing participant data with the federal government. Additionally, the legislation allocates two million dollars in grants for research and requires the Department of Health and Senior Services to submit annual reports on the program's implementation and outcomes.