Missouri Legislative Events

Missouri Health Care Bill HB2372

Missouri House Bill HB2372 passed the House on April 2, 2026, modifying provisions relating to health care. The bipartisan bill was sponsored by Representatives Tara Peters, Terri Violet, Ladonna Appelbaum, Donna Barnes, and Connie Steinmetz. The bill underwent committee review through Health and Mental Health, Rules - Administrative, and Fiscal Review committees before passage.

Modifies provisions governing grants to deaf-blind individuals and families

Missouri HB2408 passed the House on April 2, 2026, modifying existing provisions governing grants to deaf-blind individuals and families. Sponsored by Representatives Brenda Shields and Brian Seitz, the bill received strong bipartisan support with a 145-2 vote. The legislation represents a routine modification to state grant programs administered under Missouri's Social Services framework.

Child Care Tax Credits Authorization

Missouri House Bill HB2409 passed the House on April 2, 2026, establishing three new child care tax credit programs: the Child Care Contribution Tax Credit Act, the Employer-Provided Child Care Assistance Tax Credit Act, and the Child Care Providers Tax Credit. The bill passed with a vote of 97-44 and was sponsored by Representatives Brenda Shields, Keri Ingle, Kem Smith, and Sherri Gallick.

PRAISE Act - Prohibition on Closure of Places of Worship During Emergencies

The Missouri House passed HB2760, the PRAISE Act, on April 2, 2026, by a vote of 94-41. The bill prohibits government entities from closing places of worship during declared emergencies. The bill originated with six Republican sponsors and awaits Senate consideration.

Missouri HB3256 requires retail businesses accept cash

Missouri HB3256 requires retail businesses accept cash

Healthcare Workplace Violence Prevention Requirements

Missouri HB3401 passed the House on February 24, 2026, creating new provisions requiring workplace violence prevention programs in healthcare settings. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Brandon Phelps, was referred to the Health and Mental Health Committee and establishes new requirements for healthcare facilities to implement violence prevention policies and procedures.

Repeals Obsolete, Expired, and Sunset Statutes

Missouri SB889 passed the Senate 28-0 on March 12, 2026, during the 2026 Regular Session. Sponsored by Senator Mary Coleman (R), the bill repeals expired, terminated, sunset, and obsolete sections of Missouri law. This is a housecleaning measure to remove outdated statutory provisions from the Missouri Revised Statutes.