Rep. Kemp Strickler

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to limit how much a homeowner's property tax assessment can increase each year. Starting in 2025, the assessed value of residential property can only rise by up to four percent annually, unless the home was recently sold or significantly improved by adding at least 25 percent more square footage. The amendment also clarifies that property in different categories, such as residential, agricultural, and commercial, must be taxed based on the same percentage of their true market value. If voters approve this change, local assessors will be restricted from raising residential tax rolls faster than the four percent cap allows, though they retain the ability to lower assessments.

Maddy summaryHB 1882 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, unless the governor grants a pardon. The bill repeals existing statutes that allowed for capital punishment and replaces them with provisions ensuring that all homicide convictions result in a fixed term of incarceration. Additionally, the legislation outlines specific rules for how charges are joined in court and clarifies sentencing guidelines for various felony and misdemeanor offenses. This change directly affects the state's criminal justice system by removing the option of execution and standardizing the maximum penalty for the most serious crimes.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Missouri's regulations for long-term care facilities by replacing old statutes with new rules that require a "certificate of need" before any new health services are developed. The law mandates that these certificates be issued only when a committee determines the new services are necessary, and it prevents state agencies from licensing facilities or approving funding without this approval. Key provisions include specific requirements for project cost limits, mandatory reporting, and protections ensuring that a facility's request is not denied based on nearby competition or the applicant's refusal to provide abortion services. Additionally, the bill clarifies that transferring ownership of an existing facility does not require a new certificate, except for certain types of assisted living and nursing homes.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the law regarding unlawful possession of firearms to specifically prohibit minors from having guns on public property. Under the new rules, anyone under eighteen found with a firearm in a public area would commit a crime, unless they are accompanied by an adult aged twenty-one or older or are participating in specific authorized activities like hunting or school-sanctioned events. The legislation classifies this offense as a class D felony, though it does not apply to antique firearms. This change directly affects young people and their guardians by expanding the circumstances under which firearm possession by a minor is considered illegal.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits licensed mental health professionals from performing conversion therapy on minors, which is defined as any treatment attempting to change a young person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The law allows for disciplinary action, including license suspension or revocation, against practitioners who engage in these banned practices while explicitly excluding supportive counseling that helps individuals cope with their identity without trying to change it. Parents, guardians, and close relatives can file complaints against professionals who violate this rule, and the state licensing committee is responsible for investigating and enforcing these standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits licensed mental health professionals from performing conversion therapy on minors, which is defined as any treatment attempting to change a minor's sexual orientation or gender identity. The law specifically excludes counseling that offers support, acceptance, or assistance with gender transition as long as it does not seek to alter a person's orientation or identity. Violating this ban can lead to serious consequences for the professional, including license suspension, revocation, or disciplinary action through an administrative hearing. Parents or guardians of minors who receive such prohibited treatment have the right to file complaints against the practitioners involved.

Maddy summaryHB 2353 allows businesses in Missouri to register for a state no-call list, giving them the same protection against unwanted telephone solicitations as residential phone users. The bill requires the Attorney General to create and maintain a database of phone numbers where businesses have objected to receiving sales calls, ensuring that solicitors cannot call these numbers without permission. To implement this, the Attorney General must establish rules for how businesses and individuals can join or leave the list, how solicitors can access the database to avoid prohibited calls, and how the program will be funded. The legislation also mandates that callers identify themselves and prohibits blocking caller ID, while the Attorney General will distribute educational materials to help consumers understand their rights.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to protect an individual's right to keep and bear arms for self-defense and to assist civil authorities. It establishes that restrictions on these rights must meet a high legal standard known as strict scrutiny, while explicitly allowing laws that ban firearms for convicted violent felons and individuals deemed a danger due to mental health issues. The amendment also grants counties, the city of St. Louis, and the city of Kansas City the authority to create their own local rules regarding firearm possession, carrying, and transfer, provided these rules include specific limits on permit fees, validity periods, and penalties. Local ordinances under this proposal must recognize permits issued by other jurisdictions and must exempt law enforcement, judges, licensed security guards, and certain government employees from local restrictions.