Missouri Senate Takes on Initiative Petition Reform: A Deep Dive into SJR 11, SJR 10, SJR 30, and SJR 47
The Missouri Senate’s push for IP Reform this session—through SJR 11, SJR 10, SJR 30, and SJR 47—offers a chance to redefine how citizens engage with their government. SJR 11’s focus on signature collection, the trio of SJR 10, SJR 30, and SJR 47’s varied approaches to approval thresholds, and Senator Mike Moon’s standout SJR 10 all signal a serious intent to address longstanding concerns. Yet, the legislature’s eight-year track record of broken promises, punctuated by the failure of SJR 74 in 2024, looms large.
HB 1064
HB 1064, “The RINO Protection Act of 2024,” introduces a significant change that limits the ability of political
parties to block candidates from running in primary elections, particularly those whose
views may diverge from the majority of party members or the official party platform.
SB 4
Senate Substitute No. 2 for Senate Bill No. 4 (SS2 for SB4), a significant piece of legislation
passed by the Missouri Senate, introduces sweeping changes to the state’s utility
regulations. While the bill aims to modernize utility operations and planning, it includes
provisions that have notable downsides for consumers and small businesses, particularly
through increased costs and reduced competition. At the same time, it offers several
benefits to utility companies, enhancing their financial flexibility and operational capabilities.
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 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 213
While Senate Bill 213 (SB 213) includes several provisions designed to protect landowners
and residents concerned about solar farm development in Missouri, some aspects of the bill
still raise concerns. From the perspective of landowners and residents who want to
safeguard their property, community, and quality of life, here are potential issues that our
legislators need to watch out for, along with where they appear in the bill and why they might
be worrisome.
HB 433 & HB 630
House bills HB 630 and HB 433, both focus on regulating the treatment and use of gold and silver as legal
tender in Missouri under the “Constitutional Money Act.” Below is a summary of the provisions and differences,
as well as the potential benefits of the “Constitutional Money Act” for Missouri citizens.
SJR 8
Senate Joint Resolution No. 8 (SJR 8) proposes an amendment to the Missouri Constitution aimed at
protecting unborn life. It seeks to repeal and replace Section 2 of Article I of the Missouri
Constitution with new language that explicitly includes unborn children as “persons” under the law
and removes any constitutional protection or funding requirement for abortion.
SB 296
Missouri Senate Bill 295 (SB 295), introduced by Senator Brattin, proposes significant
changes to Missouri law aimed at restricting the exposure of minors to adult cabaret
performances. The bill amends Section 573.010 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (RSMo)
and adds a new Section 573.520, defining the offense of engaging in an adult cabaret
performance and establishing penalties.
SB 14
Senate Bill 14 (SB 14) proposes changes to Missouri’s pesticide registration laws, including adopting
federal standards for labeling requirements. This shift raises concerns about potential dangers and
liabilities associated with pesticide use.