Rep. Brad Christ

Maddy summaryHB 3150 requires the Air Conservation Commission to end all motor vehicle emissions inspection programs established under the Air Quality Attainment Act (sections 643.300-643.355) by January 1, 2028. This bill directly affects vehicle owners in jurisdictions currently requiring emissions testing and the agencies managing those programs. The key provision mandates a specific, mandatory suspension date for these inspections, replacing any existing requirements. The bill is pending in the legislature (introduced January 2026) and would eliminate a current regulatory requirement if passed. It does not create new programs but ends an existing one by a fixed deadline.

Maddy summaryHB 1803 requires Missouri's Air Conservation Commission to suspend all motor vehicle emissions inspections by January 1, 2028. This affects all Missouri vehicle owners currently required to undergo emissions testing under the state's existing program. The bill mandates the suspension of the program established under Missouri's Air Quality Attainment Act. The change takes effect automatically on the specified deadline without further legislative action.

Maddy summaryHB 1107 changes the definition of "food" for sales tax purposes to include dietary and nutritional supplements, making them eligible for the reduced 1% sales tax rate currently applied to qualifying grocery items. This directly affects businesses selling supplements and consumers purchasing them, as they will now pay the lower tax rate instead of the standard rate. The bill specifies that "food" includes supplements and items covered by federal food stamp benefits, while excluding restaurants and similar establishments where over 80% of revenue comes from prepared food. It does not change the tax rate itself but expands which products qualify for the reduced rate under existing law.

Maddy summaryHB 500, the "Biometric Information Privacy Act," would require private companies (like tech firms or retailers) to obtain written consent before collecting biometric data such as fingerprints, facial scans, or voiceprints. Companies must explain why they’re collecting the data, how long they’ll keep it, and destroy it within one year of the last interaction or when no longer needed - whichever comes first. The law prohibits selling or sharing biometric data without permission, bans charging more for refusing to share it, and requires companies to protect it as carefully as other sensitive information like Social Security numbers. It does not apply to government agencies or healthcare data already covered under federal HIPAA rules.

Maddy summaryHB 496 creates Missouri's "First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act," providing free resident tuition at public colleges for current first responders and their legal dependents. It covers EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, police officers, and other licensed first responders who maintain active credentials, along with their dependents pursuing associate or bachelor's degrees related to first responder careers. Eligible individuals receive a 100% tuition waiver (after subtracting federal/state aid) for up to five consecutive years, subject to annual proof of Missouri residency, employment, and program requirements. Dependents of first responders who die in the line of duty retain eligibility without needing the supervisor verification. The bill applies specifically to Missouri public community colleges, state colleges, and universities.

Maddy summaryHB 1170 modifies Missouri's local earnings tax rules by excluding certain deferred compensation contributions from taxable income. Specifically, it removes from the definition of "compensation" any contributions to tax-deferred plans (like salary reduction or cafeteria plans) if those contributions or payments aren't subject to Missouri income tax when made or paid. This change directly affects residents and nonresidents who participate in such deferred compensation plans. The bill aims to align local earnings tax calculations with state income tax treatment for these payments.

Maddy summaryHB 502 requires hospitals to assign a separate unique health care provider ID (NPI) for off-campus outpatient departments - locations more than 250 yards from the main hospital campus that provide integrated services - when billing for claims. This affects hospitals operating such departments and health insurance carriers processing claims, mandating that these locations be billed as distinct entities rather than using the main hospital's NPI. The rule applies to claims submitted after December 31, 2025, and facilities must obtain this separate ID as part of their state licensing process. Failure to comply could lead to penalties, including fines or license issues, and prevents facilities from billing enrollees directly for unreported services.

Maddy summaryHB 503 raises the minimum age for purchasing tobacco, alternative nicotine products (like nicotine pouches), and vapor products (e.g., e-cigarettes) from 18 to 21 years. It requires retailers to display prominent warning signs stating sales to those under 21 are illegal and mandates child-resistant packaging for nicotine liquid containers sold retail. The bill also requires annual reports to the legislature on enforcement efforts targeting underage sales. These changes directly affect retailers, manufacturers of nicotine products, and individuals purchasing such items.

Maddy summaryHB 1014 prohibits individuals convicted of sexual offenses under Missouri law or federal law from working as delivery drivers, assisting delivery drivers, or handling delivery-related tasks like packing, loading, or unloading packages. The bill directly affects people with certain criminal convictions who might otherwise seek employment in package delivery roles. It defines "delivery driver" broadly to cover all duties involving transporting goods between facilities and addresses. The law would prevent these individuals from being hired for any position involving package handling or delivery operations.

Maddy summaryHB 504 regulates the sale of kratom products to enhance consumer safety. It requires sellers (including stores, restaurants, and manufacturers) to label kratom with its mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine content, prohibits sales to minors, and bans products adulterated with harmful substances, contaminated, containing over 2% of a specific compound (7-hydroxymitragynine), or synthetic alkaloids. The bill preempts local regulations, making state rules the sole authority for kratom sales. Violations may result in fines or misdemeanor charges, with consumers allowed to sue for damages.