Rep. Adrian Plank

Maddy summaryHB 659 designates November 11th (Veterans Day) as a paid public holiday for all employees of the University of Missouri System. If November 11th falls on a weekend, the following Monday becomes the holiday. The bill amends Missouri law (RSMo § 172.345) to require this observance for all UM System employees, aligning their holiday schedule with the national Veterans Day date. This change directly affects University of Missouri System staff, providing them with a recognized holiday without altering other state employee benefits.

Maddy summaryHB 192 modifies Missouri's net metering rules for small renewable energy systems. It directly affects residential and small business owners (called "customer-generators") who install rooftop solar or similar systems under 100 kilowatts. The bill sets a 5% cap on total net metering capacity per utility (based on peak load) and limits new applications to 1% of peak load annually. Customer-generators receive credits for excess energy at the "avoided fuel cost" rate, which can roll over yearly or be refunded, while they cover costs for necessary metering upgrades.

Maddy summaryHB 768 creates a state tax credit for homeowners installing solar energy systems, allowing them to deduct 30% to 40% of their qualified solar expenses (based on the tax year) from their state income tax starting in 2026. It also establishes new requirements for Missouri's electric utilities, mandating that they generate or purchase increasing shares of renewable energy - starting at 15% by 2025 and rising to 100% by 2059 - with at least 2% coming from solar. The bill includes provisions for tracking renewable energy credits (RECs), sets penalties for utilities failing to meet targets, and specifies that the program will automatically expire in 2031 unless reauthorized by the legislature. These changes directly affect residential solar customers and electric utilities operating in Missouri.

Maddy summaryHB 190 clarifies campaign finance definitions and reporting requirements for candidates, committees, and ballot measures in the state. It defines key terms like "candidate" (triggering reporting when someone receives contributions or makes expenditures) and "committee" (excluding small groups, individuals using personal funds, labor unions, and government entities). The bill specifies when committees must register, report, and terminate, and exempts certain low-activity groups from full committee status. These changes aim to streamline compliance for campaign finance reporting without altering contribution limits or spending rules. The bill is currently in committee review (referred to Emerging Issues on May 15, 2025).

Maddy summaryHB 297 requires school district voters in Boone County to approve any new charter school through a public vote before it can be established. Specifically, for counties with 150,000-200,000 residents like Boone County, a proposal must be submitted to voters in the next available election before July 1st, using a specific ballot question asking if the district should authorize a charter school. A majority vote in favor is needed for authorization; if rejected, the proposal cannot proceed without resubmission. This directly affects Boone County residents and school districts by adding community consent as a mandatory step for charter school expansion.

Maddy summaryHB 1283 requires all publicly funded state colleges and universities to permit students to use medical marijuana or marijuana-infused products on campus, as authorized under existing state law. This directly affects students with valid medical marijuana authorization and the institutions themselves, which must adjust campus policies to comply. The bill grants the Department of Higher Education authority to create necessary rules for implementation, while ensuring any rules follow standard regulatory procedures. The legislation focuses on enabling access for authorized medical users without altering state medical marijuana laws.

Maddy summaryHB 769 updates parental rights for assisted reproduction under the Uniform Parentage Act. It clarifies that when a person uses donated sperm, eggs, or embryos (not their spouse's) for conception, the intended parent(s) are treated as the legal parent(s) if they provided written consent before conception. The bill requires written agreements for donors to avoid automatic parental rights, with courts allowing oral agreements proven by clear evidence. This directly affects individuals using donor genetic material, intended parents, and donors in assisted reproduction cases. The law aims to establish clear legal parentage from the start, reducing disputes over parental rights.

Maddy summaryHB 926 modifies Missouri's Clean Indoor Air Act by establishing new definitions to clarify where smoking and vaping are prohibited. It specifically defines terms like "cigar-tobacco bar" (requiring over 50% revenue from tobacco sales to qualify for exemptions), "electronic smoking device" (excluding medical inhalers), and "enclosed area" to determine coverage. The bill directly affects businesses (bars, restaurants, health facilities), public buildings, and workplaces by defining where smoke-free rules apply. Key provisions include exemptions for certain tobacco-focused venues based on revenue verification and clear boundaries for "entryways" and "indoor areas." This bill refines enforcement language rather than introducing new prohibitions.

Maddy summaryHCR 7 creates a Commission on Interstate 70 Safety and Beautification to study improvements for Missouri's I-70 corridor. The commission, composed of the House Transportation Committee chair, Missouri Municipal League and Association of Counties representatives, and Scenic Byways Committee members, will examine strategies to enhance safety and scenic beauty through reasonable landscaping, sign control, and highway design. It does not enact new laws but directs the group to recommend changes to the Missouri Department of Transportation and the General Assembly. The bill directly involves transportation stakeholders, tourism entities, and local governments in planning the I-70 rebuild.

Maddy summaryHB 1280 modifies Missouri's smoking regulations by banning smoking (including tobacco and marijuana) in most indoor public spaces like restaurants, hospitals, schools, and child care facilities. It allows exceptions for private events, limousines with passenger consent, and small bars/restaurants (under 50 seats) that post "no nonsmoking areas" signs. The bill also prohibits smoking in all indoor areas of public elementary/secondary schools (excluding colleges) and child care facilities during operating hours, and bans workplace discrimination against employees who use tobacco or marijuana off-premises during non-work hours. Employers may still offer lower health insurance rates to non-users but cannot fire employees for off-duty use unless it directly impacts work performance.