Legislative Fact Sheets
This page provides a collection of concise, easy-to-read legislative fact sheets designed to empower citizens and organizations in Missouri to take informed action. These downloadable PDF documents serve multiple purposes:
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Each fact sheet is structured for quick comprehension, summarizing essential details such as bill numbers, key provisions, and where to find critical information in the legislation. Designed with clarity in mind, they include bullet points, bolded highlights, and actionable recommendations to make advocacy straightforward and effective. Whether you’re advocating for a cause or educating your community, these fact sheets are your go-to resource for legislative engagement.
The 103rd General Assembly of Missouri 2025 Session
House Bills
HB 544
House Bill 544 (HB 544) focuses on regulating pesticides by amending Section 281.260 of
the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo). This bill would allow pesticides registered under
the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to be deemed compliant with
state warning label requirements if they meet federal EPA standards. This could allow the
manufacturer to escape liability if their products were later found to be harmful. Below are
specific concerns contained in this legislation.
Senate Bills
SB 744
Senate Bill No. 744, introduced by Senator Schroer in the 103rd General Assembly of
Missouri, proposes to amend Chapter 195 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, which governs
drug regulations in the state. The bill adds a new section, numbered 195.1000, with the
following key provision:
SB 82
Senate Bill 82 establishes a
permitting process overseen by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and a newly
created Missouri Water Resources Commission. It claims to protect in-state water access by
requiring permits for exporting water out of Missouri, with exemptions for certain uses like
bottled water and withdrawals within 30 miles of the state border. However, there are
significant concerns about the consequences of this bill for Missourians.
SB 84
Concerns on SB 84
First, laws already cover these concerns. This bill may increase the penalties but creates a
special class for election workers at the same time. Why single out just election workers?
Also concerning is how Senate Bill 84 is very similar to Democrat Senator Klobuchar’s bill at
the federal level. Senator Klobuchar is one of the most radical members of the US Senate
and
1. Protection of Election Officials:
2. Penalty Provisions:
3. Scope of Protection:
SJR 10
Senate Joint Resolution No. 10 (SJR 10), introduced in the Missouri Senate, proposes
significant changes to the process of amending the state’s constitution. This resolution aims
to safeguard the Missouri Constitution by making it more difficult to alter and ensuring that
only certain voters can influence such changes. By introducing stricter approval
requirements and defining voter eligibility, SJR 10 seeks to preserve the integrity and
stability of Missouri’s foundational legal document.