Rep. Aaron Crossley

Maddy summaryHB 938 requires landlords to offer tenants the option of having their on-time rent payments reported to credit bureaus, directly affecting renters and landlords in residential leases. Landlords must provide this option at lease signing and annually thereafter, with tenants able to opt in (paying a fee up to $10/month or actual cost) or opt out (with a six-month waiting period to re-opt in). The law exempts small landlords (15 or fewer units) and federally assisted housing developments from the requirement. Tenants cannot be evicted or have fees deducted from security deposits for failing to pay the reporting fee, and landlords must stop reporting if fees remain unpaid for 30+ days.

Maddy summaryHB 213, the "Firefighters' Procedural Bill of Rights Act," establishes specific procedural protections for firefighters during investigations that could lead to disciplinary action. It requires employers to inform firefighters of investigation details, conduct interrogations at reasonable times with clear notification of participants, prohibit coercive tactics, allow recording of sessions, and guarantee legal representation during investigations. The bill also prohibits retaliation for exercising these rights and ensures firefighters cannot be punished for lawful activities like political engagement or seeking public office. This directly affects public agency firefighters (including paramedics and EMTs) who have completed their probationary period, setting clear standards for fair treatment during disciplinary processes.

Maddy summaryHB 612 updates Missouri's legal framework for handling human remains by replacing outdated statutes with new definitions and provisions. The bill explicitly adds "alkaline hydrolysis" (a water-based decomposition process) and "natural organic reduction" (converting remains to soil) as approved methods of final disposition, alongside traditional options like burial and cremation. It clarifies key terms such as "final disposition" to include these methods, defines "dead body," and updates terminology related to fetal death and vital records. This bill directly affects funeral homes, crematories, medical facilities, and state agencies managing death records in Missouri, providing a modernized legal structure for contemporary disposal practices.

Maddy summaryHB 1584 extends the expiration date of Missouri's Line of Duty Compensation Act, which provides $25,000 death benefits to survivors of public safety officers killed while performing their duties. The existing law covers firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical technicians, and other defined public safety personnel (including air ambulance staff) who die "in the line of duty" under specific conditions. This extension ensures the current benefit structure remains in effect without altering the $25,000 payment amount, eligibility criteria, or distribution rules. The bill does not create new provisions but prevents the act from expiring, maintaining continuity for survivors.

Maddy summaryHB 701 would prevent Missouri from observing daylight saving time after the next clock change (likely November 2024), requiring the state to permanently stay on standard time unless federal law changes. It directly affects Missouri residents and businesses by altering the state's timekeeping schedule. The key provision mandates that Missouri clocks automatically switch to standard time after the upcoming fall time change, with a single exception: if Congress makes daylight saving time the national standard, Missouri would then adopt that. The bill does not change current time practices but sets a permanent default to standard time unless federal law is amended.

Maddy summaryHB 214 regulates the sale and handling of detached catalytic converters and related vehicle parts. It requires businesses (like salvage yards, scrap dealers, and auto repair shops) to obtain specific licenses, maintain detailed transaction records - including seller ID, vehicle details, and converter origin - and stamp export-bound vehicles with "FOR EXPORT ONLY." The bill also prohibits altering converters before five business days and imposes fines up to $10,000 or license revocation for knowingly purchasing stolen converters. These provisions directly affect businesses buying, selling, or processing catalytic converters and vehicle scrap.

Maddy summaryHB 216 clarifies licensing categories and scope of practice for social workers in Missouri by creating new license titles: "Licensed Advanced Macro Social Worker" and "Licensed Master Social Worker." It defines what each role can and cannot do, such as prohibiting Master Social Workers from providing psychotherapy or diagnosing mental disorders without clinical supervision. The bill establishes specific supervision requirements for those gaining licensure, including five years of experience and 16 hours of approved training. This directly affects social workers seeking these licenses, their supervisors, and the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance, which oversees the licensing process. The changes aim to standardize professional practice boundaries within the state's social work field.

Maddy summaryHB 698 requires retailers selling ammunition to verify a purchaser's age using government-issued photo identification that includes the buyer's date of birth. This rule directly affects gun shops, sporting goods stores, and other businesses that sell ammunition. The bill mandates that sellers confirm buyers meet the age requirements set by federal law before completing a sale. It does not change federal age limits but ensures state-level compliance with existing federal standards.

Maddy summaryHB 1154 creates a legal framework for court-ordered outpatient mental health treatment for adults with mental disorders who meet specific criteria. It directly affects individuals aged 18+ who cannot make informed treatment decisions and would likely face serious harm without supervision. Key provisions include allowing mental health providers or health agencies to file petitions, requiring a hearing within two days with the respondent's right to legal counsel, and mandating treatment plans managed by case managers that include services like therapy, medication management, and housing assistance. The bill establishes clear criteria for court orders, such as a history of treatment non-compliance or past violent behavior, and requires "clear and convincing" evidence for approval. This bill has been referred to committee but is not yet law.

Maddy summaryHB 787 designates a specific segment of Interstate 70 in Lafayette County as the "Officer Cody Allen Memorial Highway," running from State Highway 131 east to State Highway O/M. The Missouri Department of Transportation will install and maintain signage for this memorial, with the department covering all associated costs. This bill is purely commemorative and does not create new policies, funding, or direct impacts on residents or services. It honors Officer Cody Allen through a permanent highway designation.