Rep. Bill Irwin

Maddy summaryHB 3068 revises Missouri's criminal history record system by replacing outdated sections with new provisions governing data collection and submission. It requires law enforcement agencies to submit fingerprints, photographs, and biometric data (like facial recognition) for certain arrests - including juveniles under 17 - to the state highway patrol's central repository, with specific rules for juvenile records. The bill also updates definitions for terms like "unique biometric identification" and mandates standardized data formats for reporting to ensure accurate statewide criminal history records. These changes primarily affect police departments, courts, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol, which manages the central repository for criminal justice data. The bill does not alter sex offender registration terms but updates the underlying system that supports registry administration.

Maddy summaryHB 2740 creates a governance board at the University of Missouri to oversee and report on research using radioisotopes for diagnosing and treating rare pediatric diseases (affecting fewer than 200,000 children under 18 in the U.S.). The board, including university medical representatives, legislative appointees, a patient advocate, and an industry partner, must submit annual public reports to Missouri lawmakers by December 31 each year detailing completed research projects, outcomes, funding used, and legislative recommendations. This bill directly affects the University of Missouri system, patient advocates, and the Missouri legislature through its reporting requirements. The board’s duties expire on June 30, 2030.

Maddy summaryHB 2125 establishes the "Missouri Voter Registration System," a computerized statewide database managed by the secretary of state to store and maintain voter registration information. The system requires unique voter identifiers, electronic access for election officials, and coordination with state databases (like motor vehicle records) to verify registration details, including driver's license or Social Security numbers. It mandates regular maintenance to remove ineligible voters while preventing errors, prohibits using voter data for commercial purposes (such as selling names for solicitation), and requires security measures to protect the system. This bill directly affects the secretary of state, local election authorities, and all registered voters in Missouri by standardizing voter registration processes and data handling.

Maddy summaryHB 2162 establishes a state-mandated program to recycle used architectural paint in Missouri. It requires manufacturers (producers) of architectural paint sold in the state to fund and manage a recycling system, either through a shared nonprofit organization or individually. Producers will add a fee per paint container to cover program costs, and the program must follow environmental standards for collecting, handling, and recycling paint. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will oversee the program to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 1717 would allow veterans aged 21+ with PTSD, major depression, substance use disorders, or end-of-life care needs to legally use psilocybin for therapeutic purposes under strict conditions. To qualify, veterans must enroll in a research study, provide physician documentation of their condition, identify a trained facilitator (a licensed mental health professional meeting specific criteria), and have psilocybin tested by a state-licensed lab. The bill prohibits state/local penalties for compliant use, requires a 150mg annual limit, and shields healthcare providers from professional discipline for participating. It also mandates a $2 million state grant for psilocybin research and annual reports on the program’s implementation. This bill is currently pending in committee and has not yet become law.

Maddy summaryHB 2387 revises Missouri's election laws by establishing standardized election dates for most contests, requiring general elections on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November and presidential primaries on the first Tuesday in March. It updates absentee voting rules to allow voters to request absentee ballots without providing a reason two weeks before an election and mandates photo ID for in-person absentee voting. The bill affects all Missouri voters, election administrators, and candidates by altering election timing and absentee procedures, while including exemptions for disaster-related bond elections, school tax elections during financial hardship, and special elections for vacancies. These changes directly modify how elections are conducted across the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1826 modifies Missouri school policies to allow students with asthma or anaphylaxis to self-administer prescribed epinephrine. The bill requires schools to authorize students to carry and use their own medication if a physician prescribes it, the student demonstrates proper use, a written treatment plan is approved, and parents sign a liability acknowledgment form (excluding negligence claims). Schools must keep emergency medication accessible and maintain required documentation on file. It also permits school nurses to maintain an emergency supply of epinephrine devices for student use during health crises.

Maddy summaryHB 2587 restricts drone operations near specific facilities to enhance security. It prohibits flying drones within 400 feet vertically over correctional centers (prisons), large open-air venues (like stadiums with 500+ capacity), or mental health hospitals without authorization. Exceptions allow facility staff, law enforcement, utilities, and others with written permission or official duties. Violations are typically infractions, but delivering weapons, drugs, or aiding escapes escalates penalties to felonies (class B, C, or D). The bill requires facilities to post 11x14 inch warning signs and permits law enforcement to intercept drones posing immediate threats.

Maddy summaryHB 2180 imposes daily late filing fees for unfiled campaign finance reports and financial interest statements. Candidates, committee treasurers, and individuals required to file financial statements face $10/day initially (increasing to $100/day after 30 days of non-compliance), with caps of $3,000 for campaign reports and $6,000 for financial statements. The executive director must send written notices via certified mail to delinquent filers, allowing a 10-day appeal window for "good cause" to waive fees. All collected fees are deposited into the state general revenue fund, in addition to any existing penalties.

Maddy summaryHB 1866 changes Missouri's peace officer licensing rules by requiring the director of the Department of Public Safety to deny a license application if the applicant is not a U.S. citizen, had a previous peace officer license permanently revoked or surrendered, or has other issues that would lead to disciplinary action if licensed. The director may instead grant a license with conditions or deny it, and must provide written notice of the decision. Applicants denied a license can appeal to an administrative hearing within 30 days, but the hearing will not reconsider the severity of the issue or rehabilitation efforts. This bill replaces the existing licensing criteria with these specific denial conditions.