Rep. Lilly Fuchs

Maddy summaryHB 2453 removes the statute of limitations for prosecuting certain sexual offenses under Missouri's Chapter 566, meaning prosecutors can file charges at any time, regardless of when the crime occurred. This directly affects victims of these specific sexual offenses, as it eliminates time restrictions that previously prevented prosecution after a certain period. The bill repeals prior limits and replaces them with a provision stating prosecutions for these offenses "may be commenced at any time." It does not change time limits for other crimes, which remain subject to standard statutes of limitations.

Maddy summaryHB 2450 decriminalizes specific acts related to prostitution by removing criminal penalties for individuals engaging in consensual sex work, while establishing a new offense of "commercial sexual exploitation" targeting those who profit from or control others in sex work. The bill directly affects people engaging in certain sex work activities (no longer facing criminal charges) and those exploiting others through commercial sex operations. Key mechanisms include repealing existing prostitution-related statutes and replacing them with new definitions and penalties, such as criminalizing commercial sexual exploitation (e.g., profiting from others' sex work) while removing criminal liability for the individuals performing the acts. The law clarifies terms like "commercial sexual exploitation" and "sexually oriented business" to define the scope of the new offense.

Maddy summaryHB 2451 modifies Missouri's law against making false reports to law enforcement or emergency services. It defines the offense as knowingly providing false information to: (1) implicate someone in a crime, (2) report a fake crime or emergency, (3) falsely report an emergency situation, or (4) falsely report someone's immigration status. The law classifies this as a class B misdemeanor (punishable by up to 90 days in jail or fines), and allows a defense if the false report is retracted before authorities take action. This bill directly affects individuals who intentionally mislead police, fire departments, or emergency responders with false information.

Maddy summaryHJR 142 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would add a new right to Missouri's state constitution, protecting individuals' ability to make medical decisions - including gender-affirming care - without government interference. It would require that any medical decision be freely made by the individual, supported by a licensed physician, and consistent with evidence-based standards of care. The amendment specifically includes the right for adults to make decisions about gender-affirming procedures (such as hormone therapy, surgeries, and fertility preservation) and prohibits state interference or discrimination against individuals or providers supporting these choices. If approved by voters in the 2026 election, this would become a constitutional right in Missouri, not an immediate law.

Maddy summaryHJR 115 proposes a constitutional amendment to create a property tax exemption for Missouri disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. It defines a "disabled veteran" as a Missouri resident honorably separated from military service with a 100% VA-certified service-connected disability, and a "homestead" as their primary residence (not exceeding 2.5 acres). The exemption would apply to real property used as a primary home, excluding portions rented for more than six months annually. This amendment requires voter approval in the 2026 general election and would replace the current property tax exemption provisions in Missouri's constitution.

Maddy summaryThis bill adds numerous specific psychoactive substances - including fentanyl analogs (like acetyl fentanyl and 3-methylfentanyl), opium derivatives (such as heroin and desomorphine), and hallucinogens (like MDMA, psilocybin, and mescaline) - to the state's Schedule I list of strictly controlled substances. It directly affects individuals possessing or distributing these newly listed drugs, making such actions illegal under enhanced penalties. The bill modifies existing laws to treat possession and delivery of these substances as more severe offenses. It does not include exceptions for industrial hemp or medical use, as specified in the Schedule I criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 3058 creates a public registry for individuals convicted of multiple domestic violence offenses against family or household members. It requires courts to order registration for offenders with at least one prior conviction for such an offense, collecting their name, photo, offense details, and conviction dates while excluding addresses and ID numbers. Offenders pay a $150 registration fee ($100 funds domestic violence prevention programs), and their names are removed from the registry after 5-20 years based on prior convictions. The registry, maintained by Missouri’s Highway Patrol, will be accessible online but expires six years after implementation unless renewed.

Maddy summaryHB 1091 prohibits licensed mental health professionals in Missouri from providing conversion therapy to minors. The bill adds this practice as a specific reason for the state licensing board to refuse or revoke a professional's license. Conversion therapy is defined as any treatment seeking to change a minor's sexual orientation or gender identity. This law directly affects psychologists, counselors, and other licensed mental health providers who work with minors in Missouri. The policy change takes effect by amending state licensing regulations to explicitly ban this practice.

Maddy summaryHB 429 requires all public middle, high, and charter schools in the state to provide free tampons and sanitary napkins (referred to as "period products") in school restrooms starting July 2026, with costs covered by state funds. It also repeals a previous law that prohibited abortion service providers from offering human sexuality or sexually transmitted disease education in schools. The bill does not change existing requirements for human sexuality education content, which must still include medically accurate information on abstinence, contraception, emotional consequences, and safety. This directly affects students in participating schools and removes a barrier for abortion service providers to potentially contribute to such curricula.

Maddy summaryHB 1230 modifies the law around making false reports to authorities. It specifically makes it illegal to knowingly give false information to implicate someone in a crime, report a false emergency (like a fire), or falsely claim someone is in the U.S. illegally to law enforcement. The bill adds a defense: if a person retracts the false report before authorities act on it, they cannot be prosecuted. Making such a false report is now classified as a class B misdemeanor, punishable by fines or jail time. This law directly affects individuals who submit inaccurate information to police, emergency services, or immigration authorities.