Rep. Brad Pollitt

Maddy summaryHB 3482 would change eligibility rules for Missouri's Access Missouri financial aid program. It requires applicants to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Missouri residents, and enrolled full-time at approved schools, while prohibiting aid for theology/divinity degree programs. The bill also disqualifies students convicted of certain crimes (matching federal student aid rules) and limits total aid to 10 semesters or 15 quarters, with renewal requiring a 2.5 GPA. These changes would directly affect Missouri students applying for or renewing this state-funded aid. The bill is pending in the House as of its February 2026 introduction.

Maddy summaryHB 2769 prohibits the sale or offer for sale of cell-cultured protein (food made by growing animal cells in a lab) for human consumption within the state. It directly affects food manufacturers, retailers, and distributors who produce or sell these lab-grown protein products. The bill defines "cell-cultured protein" and makes its sale unlawful under state food safety laws, enforced by the Department of Health and Senior Services. Violations would be handled like other food law violations, with penalties under existing state statutes.

Maddy summaryHB 2655 updates Missouri's motor vehicle registration rules. It requires owners to submit detailed vehicle information (like VIN, manufacturer, and odometer readings) during registration, with specific rules for newer vehicles (model year 2012 or newer with under 150,000 miles) to retain odometer data for 10 years. The bill also adds procedures for rebuilt/salvage vehicles, requiring additional documentation and inspections, and mandates that owners surrender old titles for these vehicles. Additionally, it offers voluntary $1 donations during registration to support blindness education, organ donor programs, and the Missouri Medal of Honor fund, with revenue deposited into designated state funds. These changes directly affect all Missouri vehicle owners during registration or title renewal.

Maddy summaryHB 2980 requires counties to issue permits for solar power plants before the state can approve them. It sets specific rules: solar farms must be at least 1,000 feet from homes, schools, or churches; 300 feet from other properties; and 250 feet from roads, with noise limits of 45 decibels. Developers must submit safety plans, hold public meetings, and provide decommissioning plans with a bond covering 125% of cleanup costs before construction begins. The bill directly affects solar developers and county governments by adding local permitting requirements and cleanup accountability.

Maddy summaryHB 2137 modifies Missouri's rules for dental hygienists, primarily requiring them to work under the supervision of a licensed dentist in most settings. The bill creates two key exceptions: (1) hygienists can provide basic services like oral screenings and fluoride varnish in any location without a dentist's supervision, and (2) experienced hygienists (with 3+ years in public health) can perform cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments for Medicaid-eligible children without supervision, with Medicaid reimbursing providers. This directly affects dental hygienists, dentists, public health facilities, and Medicaid-eligible children. The changes aim to expand access to preventive dental care in community settings while maintaining oversight for more complex procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 2319 expands Missouri's legal definition of a "special victim" to include sports officials (such as referees, umpires, or linesmen) who are assaulted while performing their duties at any level of sporting event. This change adds a new category (14)(l) to the statute, specifying that a sports official must be trained and certified by an authorized organization to qualify. The bill directly affects sports officials by granting them the same legal protections as other "special victims" (like law enforcement or emergency personnel) when they are assaulted during their work. This is a concrete policy change to the criminal code, not a procedural measure.

Maddy summaryHB 2604 establishes procedures for students to transfer to nonresident school districts in Missouri. It requires proof of residency at registration but creates a waiver process for hardship cases (excluding athletic ability), with exemptions for homeless students, military families, and others under specific circumstances. The bill mandates school districts to share student records within specified timelines during transfers and sets consequences for false residency claims. It directly affects students moving districts, particularly those in vulnerable situations like homelessness or military relocations.

Maddy summaryHJR 129 proposes a constitutional amendment to raise Missouri school districts' debt limit from 5% to 20% of their taxable property value. This would allow school districts to borrow more money for projects like building construction or renovations, subject to voter approval. To pass, the amendment requires a 4/7 vote at general elections or a 2/3 vote at other elections. As a constitutional amendment proposal (not a law), it must be approved by voters in a future election. (Bill: HJR 129)

Maddy summaryHB 3532 requires Missouri's general assembly to develop and provide public schools with educational resources about the state's legislative process. These resources must explain how Missouri's process is shaped by the U.S. Constitution, Missouri Constitution, and federal/state laws. The bill specifies materials may include real-world experiences, publications, place-based learning accommodations, civic engagement opportunities, and digital tools. The bill is in early stages, having been introduced and read for the second time in March 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 2169 restricts utility companies from using eminent domain to take land from other utility providers (like municipalities or cooperatives) unless the company seeks only a nonexclusive right-of-way that won’t disrupt existing services or future expansion. It specifically prevents condemnation for wind/solar energy facilities themselves but allows utilities to acquire rights for transmission lines connecting renewable energy sources to the grid. This bill directly affects utility companies, rural cooperatives, and other providers of public utility services seeking to expand infrastructure.