Maddy summaryHJR 45 proposes a constitutional amendment to replace the highways and transportation commission with the department of transportation as Missouri's sole transportation authority. The amendment would repeal existing constitutional sections about the commission and establish that the department, led by a governor-appointed director (with senate approval), manages all state transportation systems - including highways, aviation, rail, mass transit, and ports. It would update all constitutional and legal references from "highways and transportation commission" to "department of transportation" and transfer management authority from the commission to the department. This amendment must be approved by Missouri voters in the 2026 general election to take effect.
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Maddy summaryHB 1494 moves Missouri's tourism promotion responsibilities from previous entities to the office of the lieutenant governor. It creates a 10-member Tourism Commission (including the lieutenant governor, legislative appointees, and governor-appointed members) to oversee tourism marketing and policy. The bill establishes a dedicated "Tourism Marketing Fund" with special rules for managing funds, allowing the commission to accept grants and sell promotional items. This restructuring centralizes tourism administration under the lieutenant governor's office, replacing prior organizational structures.
Maddy summaryHB 1451 creates Missouri's Office of Workforce Coordinator to streamline workforce development efforts across state agencies and employers. The office will coordinate programs to help workers gain skills for in-demand jobs, with specific focus on supporting people with disabilities, veterans, foster youth, formerly incarcerated individuals, and those pursuing emerging fields like quantum computing. It requires collaboration with employers to align training with job needs, improve access to resources for underserved communities, and address barriers to employment. The bill aims to connect workers with career opportunities while helping employers find qualified staff through coordinated services.
Maddy summaryHB 865 creates a 20-member task force to evaluate Missouri's state technology systems and make recommendations. The group includes 5 House members (appointed by leadership), 3 Senate members, agency officials (like the secretary of state and chief information officer), and 16 experts in areas like cybersecurity, agriculture technology, and workforce development. The task force must report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by August 2026, with follow-up reports due in 2028, and will sunset 12 years after the bill’s effective date unless reauthorized.
Maddy summaryHB 1384 modifies the appointment and leadership structure of the state's highways and transportation commission. It requires governors to appoint members with no more than half from the same political party and ensures representation from each congressional district, preventing multiple members from the same district. The bill establishes a leadership rotation system where the two most senior members from opposing parties alternate as chair and vice chair annually. It also sets a $25 daily compensation rate for commission duties and requires commissioners to be state taxpayers and residents for at least five years prior to appointment. The changes apply to current and future commission terms, including rules for filling vacancies and reappointments.
Maddy summaryHB 800 designates specific historical themes for each month of the year, such as January as Veterans History Month and February as Black History Month. The bill assigns these official designations to state recognition efforts but does not create new laws, funding, or requirements. It directly affects how the state formally acknowledges these observances through legislative action. This is a procedural resolution with no substantive policy impact.
Maddy summaryHB 990 allows Missouri manufacturing companies to retain state tax withholdings for 5-6 years when creating new jobs that meet specific wage and investment thresholds. To qualify, companies must create 10+ new jobs with wages ≥90% of local averages (or 2+ jobs in rural/designated zones with $100k+ investment), or meet larger thresholds for existing businesses. Additional tax credits (up to 6% of new payroll annually) are available for qualifying projects, with caps on total benefits per company and annual state spending. The bill includes safeguards requiring project continuation, clawback provisions if commitments aren’t met, and prohibits overlapping tax benefits with other state programs.
Maddy summaryHB 1083 creates a new joint committee to review state government operations for efficiency, composed of appointed members from both the Senate and House. The committee will examine state rules, agency budgets (including potential staff reductions), unused property, and social services systems to recommend cost-saving changes. Annual reports must be submitted by December 1st, with specific recommendations - like eliminating government jobs or selling property - automatically taking effect unless blocked by the legislature or governor. Savings from these recommendations will fund the Missouri Works program through a dedicated "Government Efficiency Fund."
Maddy summaryHB 801 creates the "U.S. Grant Heritage Area" in Missouri, encompassing 25 designated counties (tier one) and three additional counties plus St. Louis (tier two). It establishes a management plan process requiring the Missouri Humanities Council and National U.S. Grant Trail Association to develop a comprehensive strategy within two years, focusing on protecting and promoting the region's cultural, historical, and natural resources. The bill sets tiered funding limits (50% for tier one counties, 25% for tier two) on public funds used for heritage area projects and mandates public input through a committee of stakeholders. This framework aims to coordinate state agencies, local governments, and organizations to guide long-term resource protection and development in the designated area.
Maddy summaryThis Missouri legislative resolution (HCR 18) urges Congress to repeal the 1790 Residence Act and designate Missouri as the U.S. capital, citing the 2020 census showing Missouri as the population center of the contiguous 48 states. It is a non-binding symbolic resolution, not a law, and does not directly affect any citizens or alter federal authority. The resolution specifically requests Congress act on this proposal and directs Missouri's legislative clerk to send a copy to U.S. congressional leaders and Missouri's delegation. It has no legal effect on the national capital's location.