Rep. Terry Thompson

Maddy summaryHB 609 creates new definitions for terms used in Missouri's healthcare and controlled substances laws, such as "acute pain" (excluding chronic pain or end-of-life care), "addict," "administer," and "controlled substance." It establishes specific language to clarify legal interpretations but does not change existing policies or create new requirements for healthcare providers. The bill focuses solely on defining terminology for future application in related statutes. As a definitional measure, it directly affects how healthcare laws are interpreted but does not alter patient care, prescribing practices, or enforcement mechanisms.

Maddy summaryHB 1313 allows government entities (like cities, counties, and school districts) to deposit public funds in banks without requiring excessive security for amounts covered by federal insurance (like FDIC). It creates a new "single bank pooled method" where banks can secure uninsured public funds by pledging a shared pool of securities instead of providing separate collateral for each government account. The bill requires that the pool's value always equals at least 102% of uninsured deposits and designates a state-appointed administrator to oversee the pool and handle sales if a bank fails. This reduces administrative burdens for both banks and government entities while maintaining safeguards for public funds.

Maddy summaryHB 1277 would allow certain cities and counties meeting specific population and valuation thresholds to impose a transient guest tax (commonly called a hotel tax) for tourism funding. The bill specifies over 20 different jurisdiction types that could qualify, based on factors like city size, county classification, and population numbers (e.g., a fourth-class city with 2,800-3,100 residents in a specific county). This tax would be collected from visitors staying in hotels, motels, or short-term rentals within qualifying areas. The bill does not set the tax rate or fund allocation - it only authorizes local governments to implement such taxes if they meet the listed criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 1344 authorizes cities and counties meeting specific population and classification criteria to impose a transient guest tax for tourism funding. It applies to qualifying jurisdictions - such as Lexington (as referenced in the title), plus 29 other city/county combinations listed by population size and county classification - provided they meet the detailed eligibility requirements outlined in the bill. The tax would be implemented locally, with funds intended for tourism-related purposes, though the bill does not specify tax rates or exact fund allocation. This is a procedural authorization enabling eligible local governments to establish the tax, not a mandate for any specific location.

Maddy summaryHB 1345 allows certain Missouri cities meeting specific population criteria (e.g., cities with 10,000-11,000 residents or home rule cities with 48,000-49,000 residents) to propose a 0.5% sales tax for public safety, but only after voter approval. The tax revenue must be used exclusively for police, fire, and emergency medical services - covering equipment, salaries, and facilities - and deposited into a dedicated trust fund. Cities cannot implement the tax without a ballot measure, and funds cannot be diverted to other purposes. This bill affects eligible cities that successfully gain voter support for the tax.

Maddy summaryHB 1276 allows qualifying cities meeting specific population and county size criteria (such as Richmond, which falls within the 10,000-11,000 population range) to propose a 0.5% sales tax for public safety, but only with voter approval. The tax revenue must fund police, fire, and emergency medical services equipment, salaries, and facilities. Funds would be placed in a dedicated city trust fund, separate from state revenue, and could not be used for other purposes. This bill does not require Richmond to adopt the tax, only enables it if voters approve a citywide ballot measure.

Maddy summaryHB 608 updates Missouri's "Principal and Income Act" to align with the Uniform Fiduciary Income and Principal Act, specifically governing "endowed care trusts" used by cemeteries to fund long-term maintenance. It directly affects cemetery operators, requiring them to manage these funds through Missouri-based trusts with strict rules: records must stay in-state, trustees cannot adjust trust rates or convert between trust types, and funds cannot be invested in insurance. The bill mandates that cemetery operators use annual income for maintenance only (not other purposes), keeps principal intact, and prohibits trust termination or jurisdiction changes outside Missouri. These changes ensure cemetery maintenance funds are protected and administered consistently under Missouri law.

Maddy summaryHB 1538 replaces all local transient guest taxes (levied on hotel/motel stays) with a single statewide tax, effective January 1, 2027. It repeals existing county-level taxes (like the "Convention and Tourism Tax" up to 3% and "Sports Facility Maintenance Tax" up to 5.5%) that currently fund local tourism and sports initiatives. The bill directly affects counties that currently impose these local taxes, hotels/motels collecting them, and local tourism funds relying on the revenue. The statewide tax will replace all local transient guest taxes, with the new system taking effect after the current local taxes expire on December 31, 2026. The bill does not detail the specified 0.1% income tax reduction in the provided text.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes how state money is given to regional planning commissions in Missouri by requiring local governments to match every dollar of state funding with their own money. It sets specific maximum amounts for grants to various councils, such as the East-West Gateway Coordinating Council and the Mid-America Regional Council, while also listing many smaller commissions that receive a set cap. Starting in July 2026, the maximum grant limits for these groups will automatically increase each year based on changes in the consumer price index.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the rules for how the state treasurer manages linked deposits, which are funds set aside to provide loans to specific groups like minority-owned businesses, farmers, and small enterprises. Under the new provisions, the treasurer must make a good faith effort to ensure these deposits are used to offer loans at reduced interest rates to eligible borrowers, with the specific discount depending on current market rates. The legislation also establishes strict guidelines for loan agreements, requiring that the duration of the deposit matches the loan term and that the state receives market interest rates if the funds are not actively lending to eligible parties. Additionally, the bill mandates that the treasurer prioritize renewing existing loan agreements over funding new applications to maintain a stable flow of capital.