Rep. Brad Pollitt

Maddy summaryHB 378 replaces Missouri's current temporary license plate rules with clearer provisions. It allows buyers to use temporary plates for up to 30 days (or 60-90 days for dealers under specific circumstances) when purchasing a vehicle without transferable plates. The bill authorizes the Department of Revenue to sell weather-resistant temporary permits for $5 or less to dealers, agents, or buyers, requiring proof of purchase and financial responsibility. It also clarifies that transferring license plates between vehicles incurs a $2 fee, with no refund if the new vehicle has lower registration requirements. This directly affects vehicle buyers, sellers, and dealers during ownership transfers.

Maddy summaryHB 476 requires Missouri utility companies to secure replacement power generation before closing any large electric power plant (over 100 megawatts) after January 1, 2026. Before closure, utilities must demonstrate they’ve added equivalent reliable power capacity - using regional grid operator data - with at least 80% being on-demand power like natural gas or batteries. Replacement plants must be operational before closure, except for emergencies like natural disasters, in which case utilities have 120 days to submit a replacement plan to regulators. The law aims to prevent grid reliability issues during plant transitions while allowing replacements built in neighboring states if connected to Missouri’s grid.

Maddy summaryHB 713 requires Missouri electric utilities to certify to the Public Service Commission before closing any existing thermal power plant over 100 megawatts (effective January 1, 2026 or later) that they have secured replacement reliable electric generation equal to the plant’s capacity. This replacement must be operational concurrently with the closure (or within 120 days if using existing interconnection facilities), verified using regional transmission operator metrics for summer/winter capacity. The bill directly affects all Missouri-based electric utilities operating such large power plants, ensuring grid reliability during transitions without relying on temporary power contracts.

Maddy summaryHB 963 modifies how electrical corporations calculate customer rates and plan for future energy needs. It allows utilities to include costs for unfinished natural gas power plants in their rate base (the assets used to set prices), but requires annual submissions showing how they will meet capacity needs for the next four years. The bill includes a sunset clause, ending this rule by December 31, 2035, unless extended, and mandates refunds with interest if costs are deemed imprudently spent. This directly affects utility companies, the Public Service Commission (which oversees utilities), and electricity ratepayers.

Maddy summaryHB 371 requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to include a new "grade-level equivalence" metric in annual school accountability report cards starting in 2026-27. This metric categorizes each student's performance into five levels (Advanced, Proficient, Grade Level, Basic, Below Basic) based on how close they are to meeting grade-level academic standards. The report cards, which already include data like graduation rates and test scores, will display this new metric school-by-school and district-wide, making it searchable for parents, educators, and the public. The bill mandates that this data be provided alongside regular test scores and published by December 1 each year. It directly affects all public school districts, charter schools, and the state education department.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes minimum distance requirements for solid waste disposal facilities from certain areas. Facilities must be at least 3 miles from incorporated cities, schools, churches, subdivisions, or public parks; 0.75 miles from residential homes occupied year-round; and 200 feet from property lines. It applies to counties adopting waste management rules and directly affects communities near proposed disposal sites. The bill clarifies these setback rules are not considered zoning regulations under existing law.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes maximum setback distances for solid waste disposal areas to ensure they are located at a safe distance from communities and sensitive locations. It requires that these facilities be placed at least three miles away from cities, schools, churches, subdivisions, and parks, while also mandating a 0.75-mile buffer from occupied homes and a 200-foot buffer from the facility's property line. The legislation clarifies that these specific distance requirements do not count as planning or zoning actions under state law. By setting these uniform limits, the bill provides clear guidelines for counties when creating their own solid waste management rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to create and publish annual accountability report cards for public schools, charter schools, and school districts. These report cards will display a wide range of data, including enrollment, graduation rates, teacher salaries, funding levels, and student performance metrics, while ensuring that individual student identities remain protected. A key new provision mandates the inclusion of "grade-level equivalence" data, which uses specific performance descriptors like "proficient" or "basic" to show how close students are to mastering their current grade-level work. The law also directs schools to share this information with parents, the media, and businesses, and to highlight any schools identified as needing improvement.

Maddy summaryHB 1752 requires electrical corporations to obtain specific approval from the state General Assembly before building new high-voltage electrical transmission lines. This rule applies to any line capable of carrying more than 230 kilovolts of electricity or structures containing lines that total more than 230 kilovolts combined. Before construction can begin, the company must also get permission from the state commission, which will only grant it if the project is deemed necessary for public service. The bill does not affect smaller energy generation units or lower-voltage lines, which continue to require only commission approval.

Maddy summaryHB 1759 introduces a new pricing structure for electricity that charges customers different rates depending on the time of day and the amount of power they use. This change directly affects residential and commercial electricity consumers who must voluntarily choose to opt-in to this time-of-use pricing system before it applies to their accounts. The bill defines these rates as adjustments based on when electricity is consumed, allowing customers to potentially pay less during off-peak hours if they agree to the plan. By making participation optional, the legislation ensures that current standard billing methods remain in place unless a customer specifically selects the new variable pricing model.