Rep. LaKeySha Bosley

Maddy summaryHB 2831 modifies Missouri's good time credit system for inmates, allowing eligible individuals to earn time off their sentences by participating in approved programs. Inmates can earn up to 360 days total (capped at 90 days annually) for completing high school/GED equivalents, vocational training, alcohol/drug treatment (excluding court-ordered programs), or 1,000 hours of restorative justice. Credit is revoked for major rule violations, parole revocation, or excessive minor violations, and excludes those sentenced to death or life without parole. The bill also permits retroactive petitions for programs completed between 2010 and 2026, with applications accepted in 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 1957 repeals and replaces several Missouri election law sections with new provisions. It requires voter registration forms to be available in English, Spanish, and Braille, and clarifies that people confined in jail but not yet convicted of a crime may still vote. The bill maintains restrictions on voting for individuals imprisoned after a felony conviction, on probation/parole for a felony, or adjudged incapacitated. It also reinforces that voters must register before the deadline and may need to provide photo ID when voting for the first time after registering by mail. These changes directly affect Missouri voters, election authorities, and those with felony convictions or incarceration status.

Maddy summaryHB 617 removes a restriction that previously prevented Missouri residents on probation or parole from voting after a felony or misdemeanor conviction. The bill directly affects individuals under community supervision for these offenses, allowing them to register and vote in state elections while still on probation or parole. It amends Section 561.026 of Missouri law to eliminate the disqualification for "probation or parole" after conviction, though it maintains voting bans for those incarcerated or permanently disqualified for specific offenses. This change applies only to state elections, not federal ones, and does not affect current prison voting restrictions.

Maddy summaryHR 69 is a symbolic resolution (not a binding law) introduced in Missouri's 103rd General Assembly. It urges the Missouri House of Representatives to commit to addressing police violence - particularly against people of color - and ensuring law enforcement officers who commit misconduct, discrimination, or excessive force are held accountable. The resolution cites constitutional violations (Fourth, Fifth, and Eighth Amendments) related to police use of force but does not create new legal requirements or penalties. It serves as a statement of principle, directing the House to focus on accountability measures without implementing specific policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 942 restricts where charter schools can operate in Missouri, limiting them to specific school districts: unaccredited districts, provisionally accredited districts meeting three-year performance criteria, districts in counties with 150,000-200,000 residents, or districts with over 350,000 population. It also caps charter enrollment at 35% of total students in districts with over 1,550 students and restricts sponsors to entities like local school boards, approved colleges, or the Missouri Charter Public School Commission. The bill clarifies that charters in certain districts can retain non-school-board sponsors when districts achieve full accreditation, and prohibits sponsors from charging application fees. These changes directly affect school districts, charter school operators, and sponsors by defining eligibility, location rules, and sponsorship requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 253 requires landlords in Missouri to address health- and safety-threatening conditions in rental properties within 30 days of written tenant notice. It directly affects tenants facing hazards like pest infestations (including bedbugs, rodents, and spiders), mold, sewage backups, or unsafe structural issues, and holds landlords liable for resulting health costs if they fail to act. Key provisions mandate landlords begin remediation within 30 days of notice, cover tenant health care expenses in damages, and require post-remediation inspections by licensed inspectors to verify corrections. The law applies to all residential rental properties covered under Missouri's landlord-tenant code.

Maddy summaryHB 1094 revises Missouri's anti-discrimination law by updating key definitions to improve clarity and consistency. It defines "discrimination" as actions taken due to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age (in employment), disability, or familial status (in housing). The bill clarifies that "disability" excludes current illegal drug use but includes individuals who have successfully completed rehabilitation or are participating in a supervised program. These changes will directly affect employers, housing providers, and the Missouri Commission on Human Rights in handling complaints under the law.

Maddy summaryHB 261 requires all ammunition sellers in Missouri (except specific exemptions) to obtain a license from the Secretary of State by December 31, 2025. It exempts certain hunting clubs, nonprofit shooting organizations, target facilities, and individuals selling limited quantities (under 250 rounds yearly). Sellers must meet eligibility criteria (not being prohibited from firearm ownership), and licenses expire annually. Violations are punishable as class D misdemeanors, with each sale counted separately. The bill establishes a licensing process starting September 1, 2025, with the Secretary of State setting rules for implementation.

Maddy summaryHB 257 revises Missouri law to clarify when law enforcement officers may use force and strengthen accountability measures. It bans respiratory choke-holds (except as permitted under other law) and mandates immediate dismissal for violations. The bill requires officers to intervene and report excessive force during arrests or custody, protects those who report unconstitutional conduct from retaliation, and sends cases of failure to intervene to prosecutors for potential criminal charges. This law directly affects Missouri law enforcement officers and their agencies by setting clearer standards for force use and intervention.

Maddy summaryHB 252 designates three new state observances in Missouri: June as "Immigrant Heritage Month," October 2nd as "Wrongful Conviction Day," and December 1st as "Freeman Bosley, Sr. Day." The bill does not create new legal requirements or programs but formally names these dates for public recognition. It encourages Missourians to participate in events celebrating immigrant contributions (June), raising awareness about wrongful convictions (October 2nd), and honoring a retired St. Louis politician (December 1st). The designation applies to all Missouri residents and state entities through these named observances.