Rep. Anthony Ealy

Maddy summaryHB 2586 would lower the minimum value for credit union membership shares from $25 to $1 per share (while keeping the maximum at $100) and allow board directors to participate in meetings via telephone or electronic means. This affects credit unions and their boards by changing share valuation rules and modernizing meeting procedures. Key provisions require remote meetings to enable simultaneous communication among all directors and include verification procedures for electronic voting. The bill does not alter rules for regular shares or other credit union governance requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 3166 establishes payment rules for Missouri construction contracts involving contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. It requires owners to pay contractors within 40 days of a valid invoice for completed work and bans contract terms that allow withholding payment for unrelated disputes, force continued work without payment, or require waiver of payment rights. The bill invalidates clauses that prevent contractors from suspending work for non-payment or that mandate out-of-state dispute resolution. It applies to all nongovernmental construction projects in Missouri, directly affecting owners, contractors, and subcontractors in payment disputes.

Maddy summaryHB 3167 prohibits institutional investors (like hedge funds or large real estate firms owning over 50 properties nationally) from purchasing covered residential properties - single-family homes, duplexes through quadplexes, or small residential parcels - after August 28, 2026. It creates a state registry to track institutional ownership, empowers the attorney general to enforce the ban through civil penalties (up to $50,000 per property) and void invalid transfers, and requires divestiture of illegally acquired properties. Exemptions include nonprofits, public housing authorities, small local businesses (under 50 units statewide), and financial institutions reselling foreclosed homes within 12 months. The law aims to prioritize affordable housing access by limiting large-scale institutional ownership in residential markets.

Maddy summaryHB 3241 requires the judge or juror who sentenced an individual to death to be present at the execution. The bill also mandates that the director of corrections invite the attorney general and at least eight citizens, while allowing the defendant to request up to two clergy members and five non-incarcerated family or friends to witness the execution. It prohibits anyone under 21 years old from attending. This bill focuses on who may observe executions, not on changing the death penalty itself.

Maddy summaryHB 3261 creates legal immunity for political subdivisions (like cities or counties) that operate newborn safety incubators or for staff accepting custody of infants left in these incubators or with designated personnel (hospital staff, firefighters, or police). It allows parents to anonymously surrender newborns up to 90 days old without criminal prosecution, provided the child wasn’t previously abused, and grants 30 days for parents to claim the child after public notice. The law protects staff and facilities from liability when handling such surrenders in good faith, while requiring hospitals to notify child welfare services and initiate protective custody proceedings. This policy change directly affects parents seeking safe surrender options and the agencies managing newborn care.

Maddy summaryHB 3252 establishes procedures for evaluating whether criminal defendants lack mental capacity to understand trial proceedings or assist in their defense. It requires courts to appoint qualified mental health professionals (psychiatrists, psychologists, or physicians with specific training) to conduct evaluations when a judge suspects incapacity, with one free pretrial evaluation provided by the state. The evaluation reports must include specific opinions on the defendant's mental fitness, recommendations for treatment or custody, and conditions for community-based treatment if appropriate. This directly affects defendants in criminal cases who may have mental health conditions impacting their trial participation. The bill standardizes court evaluations and reporting requirements to determine if a defendant can proceed with their trial or requires treatment.

Maddy summaryHCR 43 is a non-binding resolution urging Missouri state agencies to improve coordination on addiction treatment. It formally recognizes addiction as a chronic disease and asks health, mental health, housing, and criminal justice agencies to work together more effectively. The resolution specifically calls for better data sharing, expanded access to prevention and treatment services, and stronger partnerships with community organizations. It does not create new programs or funding but directs agencies to align their efforts with evidence-based approaches for addiction care. This resolution directly affects Missouri state agencies responsible for health and social services.

Maddy summaryHB 3297 allows residential development in commercial or industrial zones if at least 40% of units are affordable for 30 years, prohibiting local governments from requiring zoning changes or special approvals for such projects. It mandates minimum density and height standards based on existing local rules and permits administrative approval without additional board review. The bill also creates property tax exemptions for qualifying affordable housing: full exemption for households earning ≤80% of median income, and 75% exemption for 80-120% of median income, applicable to new multifamily projects with over 70 units meeting income criteria. These tax benefits require annual applications with income verification and tenant restrictions, effective for tax year 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 3345 requires members of the state general assembly to complete at least four annual interactions with the prison system. These interactions must either be in-person visits to a corrections facility or direct communication with an inmate to resolve a specific issue at that facility. The bill directly affects state legislators, mandating this engagement as a procedural requirement. It does not change prison policies or inmate rights, but establishes a formal process for legislative oversight. As a procedural bill, it focuses on creating a structured way for lawmakers to connect with correctional facilities.

Maddy summaryHB 3341 requires port authorities to conduct audits when petitioned by residents or property owners within the port's jurisdiction, and mandates that port authorities publish specific records within 10 business days of creating them. These records include development agreements, tax payment schedules, deed restrictions, project use change notices, and economic impact studies. The bill also requires port authorities to publish all existing records listed in the bill by January 1, 2027, using data they held as of August 28, 2026. This directly affects port authorities and the public by increasing transparency around port projects and finances.