Sen. Rusty Black

Maddy summaryBased solely on the provided context, a substantive summary of SB 975 cannot be generated. The bill's title and official abstract ("Modifies provisions relating to ambulance districts") offer no specific details about what provisions are changed, who is affected, or what mechanisms are involved. The recent actions (prefiling, committee referral) indicate procedural status but reveal no policy content. Without additional details on the specific modifications, this bill's concrete effects remain unspecified in the given information.

Maddy summaryThe provided context does not include specific details about SB 1786's provisions, affected parties, or key mechanisms. The abstract only states it "modifies provisions relating to annexation by certain cities" without explaining what changes are proposed or who would be impacted. Without additional information on the bill's content, a factual summary cannot be generated. The recent action (S First Read on 2026-02-26) confirms it is early in the legislative process but does not describe the policy changes.

Maddy summaryThe bill's abstract provides no specific details about the modifications to grant provisions for deaf-blind individuals and families. Without additional information on the nature of the changes (such as eligibility criteria, funding amounts, or administrative processes), a substantive summary cannot be created. The bill is currently in its initial stage (S First Read on 2026-02-26), and no concrete policy changes are described in the provided context. Therefore, it is not possible to explain who is directly affected or describe key mechanisms based on the available information.

Maddy summarySB 883 is a newly prefilled bill (2025-12-01) that creates "provisions relating to livestock reproductive specialists," but the official abstract provides no specific details about what these provisions entail. The bill has been referred to the Senate Agriculture Committee for review (2026-01-08), indicating it likely relates to regulations or standards for professionals in livestock breeding. Without further description in the abstract or context, the specific mechanisms, who would be affected, or concrete policy changes cannot be determined. This summary is limited by the lack of substantive details in the provided bill information.

Maddy summarySB 1661 creates a temporary "amnesty period" from August 28, 2026, to December 1, 2026, for Missouri residents who registered vehicles in another state but owe Missouri taxes and fees on those vehicles. It allows eligible taxpayers (who purchased vehicles before August 28, 2026) to apply for full relief from late fees and penalties by submitting a written application during this window. The Missouri Department of Revenue must issue a certificate of eligibility and facilitate the issuance of valid title, registration, and license plates for qualifying applicants. This provision directly affects Missouri residents with out-of-state vehicle registrations who have unpaid tax liabilities from pre-2026 purchases.

SCS/SB 1536 - This act establishes the Designated Health Care Decision-Maker Act. Specifically, a health care provider or health care facility may rely on good faith and reasonable medical judgment for health care decisions made by designated health care decision-makers if two physicians determine that the patient is incapacitated. The physician or the physician's designee shall make reasonable efforts, as described in the act, to inform potential designated health care decision-makers of a patient's incapacitation. Designated health care decision-makers may be selected from the following persons listed by priority: (1) The spouse of the patient; (2) An adult child of the patient; (3) A parent of the patient; (4) An adult sibling of the patient; (5) A grandparent or adult grandchild of the patient; (6) The niece or nephew or the next nearest relative of the patient; (7) A religious person who is a member of the patient's community; (8) Any nonrelative with a close personal relationship who is familiar with the patient's values; or (9) A person unanimously agreed upon by those in the priority list. Priority shall not knowingly be given to those listed if abuse or neglect is reported, the person with priority cannot be reached by the physician, or if the probate court finds that the person with priority is making decisions contrary to the patient's instructions. Furthermore, this act does not prevent any person interested in the patient's welfare, a health care provider, or a health care facility from petitioning the probate court for the appointment of a guardian. A designated health care decision-maker shall make reasonable efforts to obtain information regarding the patient's health preferences and make decisions in the patient's best interests. Additionally, a designated health care decision-maker may only authorize the withdrawal or withholding of nutrition or hydration supplied through either natural or artificial means in certain situations as specified in the act. Once a health care decision-maker or physician believes that the patient is no longer incapacitated then the patient shall be reexamined. If the patient's physician determines that the patient is no longer incapacitated, then the physician shall certify the decision and the basis therefor in the patient's medical record and shall notify the patient, the designated health care decision-maker, and the person who initiated the redetermination of capacity. Rights of the designated health care decision-maker shall cease upon the physician's certification that the patient is no longer incapacitated. This act further provides that no health care provider or health care facility that makes reasonable efforts to locate and communicate with potential designated health care decision-makers shall be liable for the effort to identify and communicate with a potential designated health care decision-maker. Nothing in this act shall be construed as condoning, authorizing, or approving euthanasia or mercy killing, or as permitting any affirmative or deliberate act to end a person's life. This act is similar to HB 1886 (2026), SB 356 (2025), HB 747 (2025), SB 1055 (2024), HCS/HB 144 (2017), the perfected HCS/HB 381 (2017), SB 493 (2017), SB 493 (2016), and HCS/HB 2502 (2016). KATIE O'BRIEN

Maddy summaryThis bill's abstract states it "modifies provisions relating to compensation for services rendered in veteran benefits matters," but provides no specific details about the changes, affected parties, or mechanisms. The current context lacks substantive information about the bill's content, such as who would be affected (e.g., veterans, attorneys, agencies) or what specific compensation rules would be altered. Without further details in the abstract or summary, a meaningful policy description cannot be provided. As the bill is in early stages (prefiled, referred to committee), no concrete changes or provisions are outlined in the available information.

SS/SB 975 - AMBULANCE DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERSHIP Current law requires county commissions to divide newly formed ambulance districts into six election districts for the election of members of the board of directors. This act makes the election for all such directors at-large, and allows ambulance districts the option of dividing into six election districts. (Section 190.050) Current law authorizes six-member ambulance districts to adopt a resolution increasing the board to seven members. This act requires that any such resolution shall state the names of the existing directors as well as any vacancies to be filled in a subsequent election. If a six-member ambulance district votes to decrease the number of directors to five or three, all existing board members shall complete their terms. (Section 190.051) Current law requires the county commission to fill vacancies on an ambulance board if the board is unable to fill such vacancies on its own within sixty days or if there are more than two vacancies at a time, with such appointment made by the county commission within ten days. This act modifies such provision by requiring a written request from the ambulance board or the ambulance service administrator prior to the county commission filling a vacancy, and by increasing the deadline to fill such vacancy from ten days to thirty calendar days. (Section 190.052) DISTRICT ANNEXATION OF LAND Current law requires a petition for the annexation of land into an ambulance district to be filed with the county clerk, with the county commission ordering an election if such petition complies with state law. This act moves such responsibilities to the ambulance district board of directors. (Section 190.070) AMBULANCE DISTRICT CONSOLIDATION This act requires every petition or resolution for the consolidation of two or more ambulance districts to be accompanied by a consolidation plan, which shall include information described in the act. Petitions and resolutions for consolidation shall be received from all consolidating ambulance districts within the same calendar year or shall be considered null and void. Notice of intent is required to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in every county in which the proposed consolidated district will be located, and a joint public hearing shall be held no more than ten days after the date of the second publication of the notice of intent. If no objections are filed within thirty days after the public hearing, the county commission shall order the districts consolidated. If a qualified objection is made, the county commission shall order the submission of the question of consolidation to the voters. A consolidated ambulance district may impose a tax levy not to exceed the highest tax levy imposed among the consolidating districts, provided that such rate is approved by the voters. No tax rate greater than the lowest rate imposed by the consolidating districts shall be imposed without a vote of the district voters. Any ambulance district that has contracted for ambulance service with another ambulance district for more than five consecutive years may consolidate into such district without providing notice or a public hearing. (Section 190.090) TRISTAN BENSON JR

Maddy summaryThis bill's abstract provides no specific details about what provisions are being modified or the program's scope. The title indicates it relates to a hydrant inspection program, but the context lacks concrete information on changes, affected parties, or key mechanisms. Without further details on the modifications, a substantive summary cannot be provided. The bill is currently in committee review with no further action documented.

Maddy summarySB 1551 authorizes certain third-class cities (smaller municipalities) to impose a transient guest tax, which would apply to short-term visitors like hotel guests. The bill gives these cities the authority to set their own tax rates and rules for this levy, though it does not require them to implement the tax. It creates a new option for local governments to generate revenue, without mandating any specific action. The bill is currently under review by the Local Government Committee.