MO — 2026 Regular Session | Bill Commons

3,175 bills

SB 1614 — SB 1614 - This act creates the Missouri Earned Family and Medical Leave Act. GENERALLY Under this act, all employees who are not independent contractors are eligible to receive up to six weeks each year of wage replacement benefits for any of the following reasons: • To bond with a minor child within the first year of birth or placement in connection with foster care or adoption; • To care for a family member with a serious health condition; • To tend to one's own serious health condition; or • To assume any familial responsibility because a spouse, child, or parent of an employee is on, or has been notified of an impending call to, active duty in the armed forces. The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations is responsible for administering the program. An employee is eligible for benefits equal to 100% of his or her average weekly pay for each full week taken for family or medical leave. However, an employee's average weekly wage may not be higher than the average state weekly wage. An employee may take partial weeks of leave but will only receive benefits equal to the fraction of the number of days of leave taken divided by the number of the days that the employee would have otherwise worked. An employee may additionally only take leave in full day increments. APPLYING FOR BENEFITS An employee has 41 days following the first day on which he or she begins to take family or medical leave to file a claim for benefits with the Department. Furthermore, an employee may not receive benefits until they have contributed to the Missouri Earned Family and Medical Leave Fund for at least 52 weeks. An employee may not receive benefits on any day for which they are eligible to receive unemployment or workers' compensation benefits. Leave taken under this act must be taken concurrently with leave taken under the federal Family Medical Leave Act. Each employee applying for benefits shall show, on a certificate provided by the Department, that he or she is entitled to family or medical leave. An employee seeking to take leave under this act shall provide at least 30 days notice to their employer if the reason for leave is foreseeable. If it is not practicable, notice shall be given as soon as practicable. APPEALING DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY Employees are entitled to appeal a determination of eligibility by the Department to the Administrative Hearing Commission. A notice of appeal shall be sent to the Commission within 30 days of the receipt of the determination by the employee. A decision by the Commission may be appealed to a court of competent jurisdiction. An employee is not entitled to appeal a determination of the amount of benefits received but may request a redetermination by the Department within one year of the initial determination. UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATORY ACTIONS It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against an employee because he or she filed a claim for, indicated an intent to file a claim for, or has received Missouri earned family and medical leave benefits. Courts hearing such complaints may grant injunctive, equitable, or compensatory relief to employees. Complaints may be filed by either the employee or the Department. In the event that the Department files a complaint, the employee is thereafter barred from bringing his or her own action. In any event, a discrimination claim shall be brought within three years. OUTREACH AND REPORTS The Department is required to develop and implement an outreach program to make employees aware of their rights, duties, and responsibilities under this act. The State Auditor is required to complete an audit of the program by January 1, 2033. MISSOURI EARNED FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE FUND The Missouri Earned Family and Medical Leave Fund is created. An employee is required to contribute .025% of his or her average weekly pay to the fund, provided that the total wages used to compute the contribution rate shall not exceed the contribution and benefit base used to calculate Social Security taxes. If, at the discretion of the Director of the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, there is not a sufficient amount of funds in the fund to satisfy all claims, the director is permitted to reduce the benefit amount each employee will receive. Contributions to the program may begin January 1, 2028, but no employee may receive benefits until January 1, 2030. All employee contributions are pre-tax and not considered part of the adjusted gross income. REFERENDUM CLAUSE The act contains a referendum clause to be presented to the voters at the 2026 general election. This act is identical to SB 1069 (2024) and substantially similar to HB 3226 (2026), SB 751 (2025), HB 2597 (2024), SB 548 (2023), HB 1126 (2023), SB 729 (2022), HB 2222 (2022), HB 2822 (2022), SB 416 (2021), HB 1372 (2021), SB 565 (2020), HB 2542 (2020), SB 162 (2019), SB 607 (2018), HB 1956 (2018), SB 69 (2017), HB 659 (2017), SCS/SB 291 (2017), HB 1059 (2017), and SB 1049 (2016), and similar in concept to SB 945 (2024), HB 2505 (2024), SB 193 (2023), HB 1255 (2023), SB 54 (2017), SB 983 (2016), and HB 1161 (2015). SCOTT SVAGERAdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: S First Read
SB 1610 — SB 1610 - This act creates the Liaison for Postsecondary Education for Homeless Pupils within the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development, along with a corresponding fund in the state treasury, for purposes of providing support for homeless pupils. The act defines "homeless pupil" as any person who satisfies the definition of "homeless children and youths" or "unaccompanied youth" under federal law. The Governor shall, to the extent that money is available for the purpose, appoint the Liaison for a term of four years. The individual appointed shall be knowledgeable in the various issues relating to homeless and unaccompanied pupils, including the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act; shall have no pecuniary interest in any entity providing services to homeless pupils; shall not pursue any other business or vocation; and shall not be a member of any political party. The Governor may remove the Liaison from office for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office. The act outlines the Liaison's duties, which include conducting an annual analysis of homeless pupils to assess their needs; developing a database to monitor trends in the graduation and retention of homeless pupils; developing a model for college and career readiness for homeless pupils; collaborating with high schools to support homeless pupils who have been admitted to an institution of higher education in this state; collaborating with financial aid offices, student support services, and campus housing services of institutions of higher education; identifying and referring homeless pupils to mentoring programs; increasing awareness among staff members of institutions of higher education in Missouri who work with homeless pupils; maintaining a database of food banks, clothing banks, and low-cost health care providers; establishing one or more food banks or clothing banks on a campus of an institution of higher education within this state; establishing a plan for housing homeless pupils when campus housing is not available; and applying for and accepting grants awarded under federal law relating to reducing college costs for unaccompanied pupils. The Liaison may employ staff, purchase equipment, lease office space, and perform other necessary functions, as provided in the act. This act is similar to HB 3373 (2026). OLIVIA SHANNONdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: S First Read
HB 2761 — Modifies requirements relating to solid waste managementdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: Public Hearing Completed (H)
SB 1603 — Establishes the "Missouri Declaration and Bylaws Modernization Act"died on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: S First Read
HB 2296 — Creates provisions relating to insurance coverage of alternatives to opioid drugsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 15 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
SB 909 — SCS/SB 909 - This act renames the "Missouri Student Religious Liberties Act" the "Missouri Safeguarding Personal Expression at K-12 Schools (SPEAKS) Act". The act adds political and ideological expression to the current protections for public school students' religious expression. The act additionally prohibits discrimination against student clubs on the basis of their religious, political, or ideological viewpoints or any requirement that the members of the club adhere to the club's sincerely held beliefs, comply with the club's conduct standards, or further the club's mission, as such mission is defined by the club. This act shall not be construed to limit school districts' ability to restrict speech that is not protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States; speech that is so offensive that a student is effectively denied equal access to educational opportunities; or conduct that intentionally, materially, and substantially disrupts school operations or the expressive activity of another individual in a campus space exclusively reserved for such activity. Any person or student organization harmed by a violation of this act shall have a private cause of action against the school, as described in the act. Any person or student organization aggrieved by a violation of this act may assert such violation as a defense or counterclaim in any disciplinary action or in any civil or administrative proceeding. The state waives immunity and consents to be sued in federal court for claims arising under this act. This act is identical to a provision in SCS/HCS/HB 2682 (2026). OLIVIA SHANNONdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: SCS Voted Do Pass S Education Committee (4431S.03C)
HB 1680 — Creates provisions relating to insurance coverage of alternatives to opioid drugsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 15 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
SB 1609 — Modifies provisions relating to eligibility for unemployment benefitsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: S First Read
HB 2958 — Prohibits the act of registering a motor vehicle in another state with the intent to circumvent the titling and registration requirements of this statedied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 11 NOES: 2 PRESENT: 1
SB 1613 — Designates each November 24th as "Frankie Muse Freeman Day" in Missouridied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: S First Read
HB 2378 — Expands certain powers given to peace officers employed by the supervisor of alcohol and tobacco control and peace officers employed by the state fire marshal when certain exigent circumstances existdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: Referred: Crime and Public Safety(H)
HB 3085 — Establishes provisions relating to child safety on motorcycles and motortricyclesdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: Referred: Transportation(H)
SCR 18 — SCR 18 - This Senate concurrent resolution establishes the "State of Missouri Seal of Civic Recognition" to recognize graduating high school seniors for their academic achievements and contributions to their communities. Nominations for a Seal of Civic Recognition may be submitted to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) by entities specified in the resolution, such as veteran organizations and high schools. To be eligible, a student shall satisfy certain criteria set forth in the resolution, including committing to at least one year of community or military service following graduation. Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels of the Seal of Civic Recognition shall be awarded based on the number of years of civics-related academic instruction a student completes, as specified in the resolution. A Seal of Civic Recognition shall be awarded by DESE and shall accompany the student's high school diploma. A recipient of a Seal of Civic Recognition who also commits to military service after graduation shall additionally receive a "Letter of Congratulations, Commendation, and State Gratitude" signed by the Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Lieutenant Governor. This resolution is substantially similar to HCR 31 (2026). OLIVIA SHANNONdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-29: Second Read and Referred S Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions and Ethics Committee
HB 1608 — Modifies provisions relating to gender transition proceduresdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 9 NOES: 4 PRESENT: 0
HB 1692 — Modifies provisions relating to motor vehicle registration and safety inspection requirementsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 11 NOES: 5 PRESENT: 1
HB 2150 — Establishes the "Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation"died on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 9 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
SB 1105 — SB 1105 - This act establishes the "Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act", which is a grant program established in the Department of Economic Development for the purpose of supporting the development of workforce housing in rural communities. A nonprofit development organization, as defined in the act, may apply to the Department for approval for a workforce housing grant to establish a workforce housing investment fund. Grants shall be awarded on a competitive basis, and no more than one million dollars shall be awarded to any one nonprofit development organization over a two year period, and no more than two million dollars to any one nonprofit development organization for the period ending on June 30, 2029. Grants shall require matching funds in order to be awarded, as described in the act. If a nonprofit development organization fails to engage in qualified activity within two years of receiving initial grant funding, such organization shall return the grant funds to the Department. If a nonprofit development organization fails to allocate any remaining grant funds to qualified activities within two years of the commencement of initial qualified activity, such organization shall return all unallocated grant funds. Beginning August 28, 2031, the Department shall transfer any remaining grant funds held by the Department to the Missouri Housing Trust Fund. Annual reports shall be filed by all nonprofit development organizations and by the Department, as described in the act. This act is identical to SB 656 (2025) and HB 245 (2025), and is substantially similar to HCS/HB 1716 (2026). JOSH NORBERGdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: Hearing Conducted S Economic and Workforce Development Committee
HR 3942 — Grants use of the House Chamber to Washington Middle School, Oakville Middle School, Bernard Middle School, and Margaret Buerkle Middle School on April 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for presentation of the Glory Awardsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 6 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
SB 872 — SB 872 - This act authorizes a sales tax exemption for baby bottles, baby wipes, and breast pump supplies, as such term is defined in the act. This act is identical to HB 3198 (2026) and HB 3248 (2026). JOSH NORBERGdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: Voted Do Pass S Economic and Workforce Development Committee
SB 1599 — Authorizes a party to seek a change in commissioner in a proceeding before the Administrative Hearing Commissiondied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: S First Read
HB 2308 — Establishes provisions relating to the ordering of additional parenting time when court-ordered parenting time has been denieddied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: Public Hearing Completed (H)
HB 1854 — Modifies provisions relating to gender transition proceduresdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 9 NOES: 4 PRESENT: 0
HB 1695 — Modifies motor vehicle safety inspection requirementsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 11 NOES: 5 PRESENT: 1
HR 3986 — Grants the use of the House Chamber for the Missouri Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities on July 16, 2026died on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 6 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
HR 3955 — Grants use of the House Chamber to Crestview Middle School, LaSalle Springs Middle School, Rockwood Valley Middle School, and Wildwood Middle School on April 20, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for presentation of the Glory Awardsdied on adjournment
Latest action 2026-01-28: Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 6 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0