Rep. Sherri Gallick

Maddy summaryHB 2654 creates tax credits for companies making new capital investments in the state, directly affecting businesses planning significant projects. To qualify, a company must commit to spending at least $50 million on new investments within two years, with credits covering up to 2.5% of that investment over a three-year period. Companies must submit a notice of intent, provide annual reports on jobs created and investment details, and cannot use these credits for projects already covered by other programs. Data storage centers are explicitly excluded from eligibility under this bill.

Maddy summaryHB 1975 revises Missouri's laws governing pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) to protect patient choice and ensure fair reimbursement for pharmacies. The bill prohibits PBMs from penalizing patients for choosing non-network pharmacies (e.g., via higher co-pays) or requiring pharmacies to meet extra certification standards beyond state licensing rules. It also mandates that PBMs reimburse pharmacies at least the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) for prescription drugs. These changes directly affect patients, pharmacies, and PBMs by ensuring transparent pricing and preserving patient freedom to select their pharmacy.

Maddy summaryHB 2844 bans the use of paraquat (a herbicide) in the state starting January 1, 2027, directly affecting farmers, agricultural businesses, and distributors who currently use or sell it. The bill requires all such entities to submit detailed usage reports by December 31, 2026, including quantities, locations, and crop types, with the department publishing these reports publicly by March 2027. It allows limited paraquat use only for approved research under strict safety protocols, enforced by the Department of Agriculture. Violations carry fines up to $500 per offense, with enforcement handled by the department and attorney general.

Maddy summaryHB 1880 prohibits Missouri public schools and charter schools receiving state funding from selling caffeinated drinks containing more than 100 milligrams of caffeine per container to children enrolled in those schools. The law applies to all school districts and charter schools that receive state aid under Chapter 163 or other state moneys. It directly limits the caffeine content of beverages sold in school settings by establishing a clear 100-milligram-per-container threshold for all drinks offered to students.

Maddy summaryHB 2350 updates child pornography laws to explicitly include "artificially generated visual depictions" of minors. The bill defines these as images that are obscene, indistinguishable from real minors, morphed from real minor images, or created without any actual minor involvement. This change makes it illegal to create, distribute, or possess such AI-generated images that depict minors in sexually explicit conduct. The law directly affects anyone producing or sharing synthetic media that mimics real minors, aligning definitions with emerging technology risks.

Maddy summaryHB 1845 creates the Missouri Angel Investment Incentive Act, offering tax credits to qualified investors who provide cash investments to eligible Missouri businesses. The bill directly affects accredited investors (including those meeting federal JOBS Act criteria) and "qualified Missouri businesses" approved by the Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) as tech-focused companies operating in designated geographic regions across Missouri. Key provisions include tax credits equal to 25% of qualifying investments (up to $100,000 per investor annually) for businesses meeting location criteria - either domiciled in Missouri or primarily operating within the state. The law excludes investors who are executives, officers, or employees of the business they invest in, but allows directors to qualify for credits.

Maddy summaryHB 2398 sets safety standards for summer and day camps offering aquatic activities in the state. It requires camps to provide Red Cross-certified lifeguards at specific ratios (two for the first 25 children, plus one for every 15 additional children), mandate swim tests for all participants, and require U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets for children unable to swim across a pool. The bill prohibits camps from using hot tubs, spas, saunas, or portable wading pools for children’s activities. Additionally, camps must maintain emergency plans for medical, aquatic, and other crises, and all staff must be trained in CPR and AED use.

Maddy summaryHB 2349 allows students with asthma or anaphylaxis to self-administer prescribed epinephrine in school under specific conditions. Schools must authorize this after a doctor confirms the student's ability to use the device, a written treatment plan is approved, and parents sign a liability waiver (excluding negligence claims). The bill also requires schools to maintain emergency epinephrine supplies for trained staff to use during allergic reactions, with prescriptions designated to the school district. It defines "epinephrine delivery device" and clarifies that proper use by trained personnel is considered first aid, not unlawful medical practice.

Maddy summaryHB 1842 allows Missouri website owners and the state Attorney General to challenge lawsuits alleging website accessibility violations (under laws like the ADA) if those lawsuits are deemed "abusive." It defines abusive litigation as primarily seeking payment from defendants rather than fixing accessibility issues, requiring courts to consider factors like the plaintiff's history of similar lawsuits and the defendant's resources. If litigation is found abusive, the suing party must pay the defendant's legal fees and potentially up to three times those fees as punitive damages. The law includes a 30-day window for defendants to correct accessibility issues to avoid a presumption of abusive litigation.

Maddy summaryHB 2743 modifies Missouri's motor vehicle registration requirements by requiring the Director of Revenue to retain odometer readings for 10 years for certain newer vehicles (model year 2013 or newer with under 150,000 miles). It creates specific procedures for rebuilt/salvage vehicles, mandating new certificates of ownership with additional documentation like photos or invoices. The bill also adds voluntary donation options during registration for blindness education, organ donation, and Missouri Medal of Honor funds, with applicants being asked about these contributions. These changes apply directly to vehicle owners registering cars, particularly those with newer models or rebuilt/salvage vehicles.