Missouri Legislative Events

Audit Procedure Bill for Political Subdivisions

Missouri HB3000 passed the House on January 15, 2026, modifying procedures for requesting audits of political subdivisions. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Chad Perkins, was amended and passed with unanimous committee support (12-0). The legislation streamlines how audits may be requested from counties, cities, school districts, and other political subdivisions within the state.

Missouri House Bill 2658 modifies electronic communications

Missouri House Bill 2658 passed on April 2, 2026, modifying provisions relating to electronic communications. Sponsored by Representatives Costlow, Murray, and Wilson, the bill passed the House after committee review and amendments were adopted.

Failed Bill: Independent Living Facility Referrals

Missouri House Bill HB2463 failed to pass during the 2026 Regular Session. The bill would have created provisions relating to referrals to independent living facilities and long-term care facilities. Sponsored by Rep Phil Amato, the bill was reported 'Do Not Pass' by the House on April 2, 2026, with a vote of 3 ayes to 6 noes.

Establishes definition of assessment value for real property

Missouri House Bill HB2415 passed on January 7, 2026, establishing a statutory definition of 'assessment value' for real property assessment purposes. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Dean Van Schoiack and referred to the Special Committee on Property Tax Reform before passage.

Electronic Income Tax Filing Requirements for Employers

Missouri HB1919 passed modifying provisions requiring employers to file Missouri income tax returns electronically. The bill passed the House 149-1 on April 2, 2026, during the 2026 Regular Session. Sponsored by Rep. Mike McGirl (R), the legislation transitions employer income tax filing from paper to mandatory electronic submission.

Missouri HB1740 modifies driving while intoxicated provisions, passed 2nd Apr

Missouri HB1740 modifies driving while intoxicated provisions, passed 2nd Apr

Modifies Missouri Clean Water Commission Standards

The Missouri House of Representatives passed HB1885, which modifies standards for the state's Clean Water Commission. The bill advanced through committee review with unanimous support and was signed into law on April 2, 2026. The specific technical standards being amended were not detailed in the available legislative summary.

State Appropriations Bill - Department Funding

The Missouri House passed HB2019, an appropriations bill allocating state funds for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of various state departments and offices. The bill passed with a 98-48 vote and was reported to the Senate for further consideration. Sponsored by Rep. Dirk Deaton, the bill moved through the Budget Committee before passage.

Age Verification for Companion Chatbots

Missouri House of Representatives passed HB2032, establishing age verification requirements for companion chatbots. Sponsored by Reps. Melissa Schmidt and Mike Jones, the bill creates new obligations for chatbot providers to verify user ages before allowing access to companion chatbot services.

MO HealthNet Nutrition Services Waiver

Missouri House Bill HB2355 passed the House on April 2, 2026, creating provisions for a MO HealthNet waiver covering nutrition services. The bill establishes a new pathway for Medicaid coverage of nutrition-related services in Missouri. The House voted 94-43 in favor of the legislation after committee review and amendments.