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<p>The LWVMO Legislative Update is a 15-minute weekly podcast recorded by The League of Women Voters of Missouri and released Sunday evenings to prepare you for the week ahead in Jefferson City. Join hosts Michele and Skyler as they break down bills tracked by the League of Women Voters of Missouri’s legislative tracking team and share clear information and, timely calls to action you can take to engage in democracy. Episodes run weekly during the Missouri legislative session from January through May, with special episodes and calls to action released throughout the season. Produced by Anna for the LWVMO.</p>
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May 10, 2026
Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.10.26
<p><strong>Legislative Update</strong></p><p><strong>Date: May 10, 2026</strong></p><p>NOTE: Things can happen very rapidly during the last week of session. Please watch for additional calls to action in the coming days.</p><h2>Voting Rights / Elections</h2><p><strong>Bill #: HB 3146 (House bill now in the Senate)</strong></p><p><strong>LWVMO OPPOSES this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>Would allow misleading ballot summary statements.</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>Currently on the Informal Senate Calendar. It could be moved to the Formal Calendar at any time and voted on. If it passes, this would be the final vote before going to the Governor.</p><p><strong>Talking Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Removes the ability of citizens to challenge misleading or unconstitutional ballot language.</li><li>Missouri courts have historically corrected misleading summary statements.</li><li>Accurate ballot summaries are critical for informed voting.</li><li>Forces courts to return flawed language instead of fixing it, causing delays that reduce time to inform voters.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p>Contact your Senator, regardless of party, and urge them to OPPOSE this bill.</p><p>If your Senator is a Democrat, encourage a filibuster.</p><p>Find your Senator: <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow">HERE</a></p><p>Bill summary: <a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB3146I.pdf" rel="nofollow">HB 3146</a></p><p><strong>LWV Position:</strong></p><p>Democracy depends on informed and active participation and access to accurate public information.</p><p><strong>Bill #: HB 2125 (House bill now in the Senate)</strong></p><p><strong>LWVMO OPPOSES this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>Requires data matching between the Secretary of State and Department of Revenue, including citizenship status; reinstates investigative and subpoena power for election offenses.</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>On the Senate Informal Calendar; could be brought up for a vote at any time.</p><p><strong>Talking Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Risks disenfranchising eligible voters.</li><li>Voters already must show identification.</li><li>Raises concerns about voter suppression.</li><li>Data use must prioritize accuracy, transparency, and fairness.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p>Contact your Senator and urge them to OPPOSE HB 2125.</p><p>Find your Senator: <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow">HERE</a></p><p>Bill summary: <a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2125P.pdf" rel="nofollow">HB 2125</a></p><p><strong>Further Reading:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases/lawsuit-challenges-recent-voter-roll-purges-virginia-preventing-eligible-us" rel="nofollow">Lawsuit Challenges Recent Voter Roll Purges in Virginia</a></p><p><strong>LWV Position:</strong></p><p>Voter list maintenance must be transparent, accurate, and minimize disenfranchisement.</p><p><strong>Bill #: HCS HBs 2387 & 2480 (House bill now in the Senate)</strong></p><p><strong>LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>Reinstates the presidential preference primary.</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>On the Senate Informal Calendar; could be taken up at any time.</p><p><strong>Talking Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Uses secret ballots to ensure voter privacy.</li><li>Run by state and local governments.</li><li>More accessible than caucuses.</li><li>Includes early voting options.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p>Contact your Senator and urge them to SUPPORT this bill.</p><p>Find your Senator:<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow"> HERE</a></p><p>Bill summary: <a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2387P.pdf" rel="nofollow">HCS HBs 2387 & 2480</a></p><p><strong>LWV Position:</strong></p><p>Supports primaries over caucuses to increase participation.</p><h2>Reproductive Rights</h2><p><strong>Bill #: SB 999 (Senate bill now in the House)</strong></p><p><strong>LWVMO OPPOSES this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>“Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.”</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>Scheduled for a hearing in the House Children and Families Committee on May 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM.</p><p><strong>Talking Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Conflicts with voter-approved reproductive protections.</li><li>Inserts government into medical decision-making.</li><li>Fails to consider non-viable pregnancies.</li><li>Restricts compassionate care for families.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p>Submit testimony in OPPOSITION.</p><p>Be sure to mark “In Opposition to” on the form.</p><p>Submit testimony: <a href="https://witness.house.mo.gov/Default.aspx?noticeid=11725" rel="nofollow">HERE</a></p><p>Bill information page: <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/Bills/BillInformation?billPrefix=SB&billSuffix=999&handler=legislation&session=R&year=2026" rel="nofollow">SB 999</a></p><p><strong>LWV Position:</strong></p><p>Supports reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, and access to care.</p><h2>Education</h2><p><strong>Bill #: SCS HCS HB 2710 (House bill now in the Senate)</strong></p><p><strong>LWVMO OPPOSES this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>Creates an A–F report card system tied to school funding.</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>On the Senate Informal Calendar; may be brought up for a vote at any time.</p><p><strong>Talking Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Enables performance-based funding disparities.</li><li>School grading systems may not be objective.</li><li>Schools with fewer resources would be further penalized.</li><li>Struggling schools need more funding, not less.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p>Contact your Senator and urge them to OPPOSE this bill.</p><p>Find your Senator: <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow">HERE</a></p><p>Bill summary: <a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2710P.pdf" rel="nofollow">SCS HCS HB 2710</a></p><p><strong>Further Reading:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.stlpr.org/education/2026-03-05/a-f-grading-scale-missouri-schools-heads-to-senate" rel="nofollow">A–F grading scale for Missouri schools heads to Senate</a></li><li><a href="https://www.waynecojournalbanner.com/jefferson-city-news/kehoes-af-school-report-card-plan-draws-bipartisan-skepticism-in-house-education-hearing-00b44639" rel="nofollow">School report card proposal draws bipartisan skepticism</a></li></ul><p><strong>LWV Position:</strong></p><p>Supports equitable funding and access to quality education for all students.</p><h2>Social Justice</h2><p><strong>Bill #: SCS HCS HBs 2592, 2787, 2834 (House bill now in the Senate)</strong></p><p><strong>LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>Restores voting rights to individuals leaving incarceration (with Senate modifications excluding certain offenses).</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>On the Senate Informal Calendar; may be brought up at any time.</p><p><strong>Talking Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Voting reduces recidivism.</li><li>Individuals on probation/parole pay taxes and should have representation.</li><li>Voting fosters community connection.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong></p><p>Contact your Senator and urge them to SUPPORT this bill.</p><p>Find your Senator: <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow">HERE</a></p><p>Bill summary: <a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2592P.pdf" rel="nofollow">HCS HBs 2592, 2787 & 2834</a></p><p><strong>Further Reading:</strong></p><p><a href="https://socialwork.uconn.edu/2024/03/06/faculty-research-explores-voter-engagement-for-the-formerly-incarcerated/" rel="nofollow">UConn research on voter engagement for formerly incarcerated individuals</a></p><p><strong>LWV Position:</strong></p><p>Supports the fundamental right of all citizens to vote.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEAGUE RESOURCES</strong></p><p>League of Women Voters of Missouri:<a href="https://www.lwvmissouri.org/" rel="nofollow"> www.lwvmissouri.org</a></p><p>Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at : <a href="https://www.vote411.org/" rel="nofollow"> Vote411.org</a></p><p>There is a <a href="https://www.lwv.org/local-leagues/find-local-league/49?field_zip_code_value=" rel="nofollow">Local League</a> near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy.</p><p>Track Missouri Bills:<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/" rel="nofollow"> www.senate.mo.gov</a> |<a href="https://www.house.mo.gov/" rel="nofollow"> www.house.mo.gov</a></p><p><a href="https://house.mo.gov/MemberRoster.aspx" rel="nofollow"><strong>House Roster</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/senators/index" rel="nofollow"><strong>Senate Roster</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.lwv.org/" rel="nofollow">The League of Women Voters</a> envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy.</p><p>Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email <a href="mailto:lwvmopodcast@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">lwvmopodcast@gmail.co</a>m</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Missouri legislative update, LWVMO podcast, education bills Missouri, climate and environment policy, Missouri Senate, civic engagement podcast, League of Women Voters Missouri, screen time standards act, green building standards Missouri, energy efficiency policy, Missouri politics podcast, legislative news Missouri, community advocacy Missouri.</strong></p>
May 6, 2026
Special Call to Action 5.5.26
<h2><strong>SPECIAL CALLS TO ACTION</strong></h2><p><strong>May 5, 2026</strong></p><h3><strong>Voting Rights / Elections</strong></h3><p><strong>Bill #: HB 3146</strong> (House bill now in the Senate)</p><p><strong>LWVMO OPPOSES this bill</strong></p><p><strong>Short Description:</strong></p><p>Would allow misleading ballot summary statements.</p><p><strong>Status of the Bill:</strong></p><p>Currently on the formal Senate Calendar, which means it could be voted on at any time. If it passes, this would be the final vote before sending it to the Governor to sign into law.</p><h3><strong>Talking Points</strong></h3><ul><li>This bill removes the ability of citizens to challenge unconstitutional or misleading language in legislatively referred constitutional amendments by prohibiting courts from changing summary statements.</li><li>Missouri has a history of misleading summary statements that have been corrected only through court action.</li><li>It is critical that summaries of ballot issues be accurate and not misleading so voters can make informed decisions about how they choose to use their votes.</li><li>Under this proposed law, if the courts find that the summary language is flawed, rather than rewriting it, the court must send it back to the Secretary of State up to three times, causing unnecessary delays. This would negatively impact the time needed to inform voters about a ballot measure.</li></ul><p><strong>Link to the summary of the bill:</strong> <a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB3146I.pdf" rel="nofollow">HB 3146</a></p><h3><strong>Call to Action:</strong></h3><p>Contact your Senator—regardless of party—and tell them to <strong>OPPOSE</strong> this bill. If your Senator is a Democrat, encourage a filibuster.</p><p>Find your Senator <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow"><strong>HERE</strong>.</a></p><h3><strong>LWV Position:</strong></h3><p>The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. The League further believes that governmental bodies must protect the citizen’s right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings, and making public records accessible.</p><p>(LWVUS Impact on Issues 2024–2026, p. 59)</p><p><strong>LEAGUE RESOURCES</strong></p><p>League of Women Voters of Missouri:<a href="https://www.lwvmissouri.org/" rel="nofollow"> www.lwvmissouri.org</a></p><p>Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at : <a href="https://www.vote411.org/" rel="nofollow"> Vote411.org</a></p><p>There is a <a href="https://www.lwv.org/local-leagues/find-local-league/49?field_zip_code_value=" rel="nofollow">Local League</a> near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy.</p><p>Track Missouri Bills:<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/" rel="nofollow"> www.senate.mo.gov</a> |<a href="https://www.house.mo.gov/" rel="nofollow"> www.house.mo.gov</a></p><p><a href="https://house.mo.gov/MemberRoster.aspx" rel="nofollow"><strong>House Roster</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/senators/index" rel="nofollow"><strong>Senate Roster</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.lwv.org/" rel="nofollow">The League of Women Voters</a> envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy.</p><p>Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email <a href="mailto:lwvmopodcast@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">lwvmopodcast@gmail.co</a></p>
May 3, 2026
Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.3.26
<p><strong>Missouri legislative update, LWVMO podcast, education bills Missouri, climate and environment policy, Missouri Senate, civic engagement podcast, League of Women Voters Missouri, screen time standards act, green building standards Missouri, energy efficiency policy, Missouri politics podcast, legislative news Missouri, community advocacy Missouri.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Education</strong></p><p><a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2195C.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>HCS HB 2195</strong></a><strong> — Safe Driving Lessons</strong></p><ul><li>Requires DESE to vet sample safe‑driving lessons from statewide professional organizations and districts.</li><li>LWVMO Position: Information Only — Neither Support nor Oppose</li><li><strong>Status:</strong> Placed on House formal perfection calendar.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2230P.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>SCS HCS HBs 2230 & 2978</strong></a><strong> — Student Screen‑Time Standards Act</strong></p><ul><li>Requires school‑board policies limiting screen time for grades K–5.</li><li>Keeps specific policy details under local control.</li><li>LWVMO Position: Support — Equal opportunity and quality education for pre‑K through 12.</li><li><strong>Status:</strong> Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate.</li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong> Contact your Senator to <strong>SUPPORT</strong> this bill. Find your Senator on the <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow">Missouri Senate website.</a></p><p><strong>Climate & Environment</strong></p><p><a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB2384P.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>SCS HCS HB 2384</strong></a><strong> — Green Building Standards</strong></p><ul><li>Restricts local governments from enforcing green‑building requirements that developers claim affect affordability.</li><li>LWVMO Position: Oppose — Limits local control and weakens energy‑efficiency standards.</li><li><strong>Status:</strong> Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate.</li><li>Talking Points:</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Energy efficiency reduces costs and improves health and property value.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Local standards help communities address climate change responsibly.</li></ul><p><strong> Call to Action:</strong> Contact your Senator to OPPOSE this bill. Find your Senator on the <a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow"> Missouri Senate website</a>.</p><p>🔗 Further Reading: <a href="https://www.self-help.org/docs/default-source/PDFs/multifamily-issue-paper.pdf?sfvrsn=65d28fd9_2" rel="nofollow">Best Energy Practices for Multifamily Buildings (Self‑Help)</a> | <a href="https://act.sierraclub.org/actions/missouri?actionid=ar0615731&id=70131000001iOuIAAU" rel="nofollow">Take Action to Protect Building Codes (Sierra Club)</a></p><p><strong>NOTE : DATA CENTERS</strong>: If you are interested in learning more about Data Centers, the House Utilities Committee will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, 5/6/26, at 8:30 a.m. Find the meeting: <a href="https://house.mo.gov/Committees.aspx?category=all&code=R&committee=4345&year=2026" rel="nofollow">HERE</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB3146&code=R&year=2026" rel="nofollow"><strong>HB3146</strong></a> <strong>— "Let Politicians Lie Act/ SB22 Redo"</strong> <strong>Ballot Summary Statement Changes</strong></p><p><a href="https://documents.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills261/sumpdf/HB3146I.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>Bill Summary</strong></a></p><p><strong>What it does:</strong> Alters the process courts use to correct misleading ballot summaries; could cause delays and allow disputed language to remain.</p><p><strong>Status: </strong>This bill has already passed the House, and has been added to the Senate calendar for debate.</p><p><strong>League Position:</strong> <strong>Oppose </strong></p><p><strong>The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. The League further believes that governmental bodies must protect the citizen’s right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings, and making public records accessible. (LWVUS Impact on Issues 2024-2026, p. 59)</strong></p><p><strong>Call to Action:</strong> Contact your Senator to <strong>OPPOSE</strong> this bill. Find your Senator on the<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/LegislatorLookup/" rel="nofollow"> Missouri Senate website</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEAGUE RESOURCES</strong></p><p>League of Women Voters of Missouri:<a href="https://www.lwvmissouri.org/" rel="nofollow"> www.lwvmissouri.org</a></p><p>Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at : <a href="https://www.vote411.org/" rel="nofollow"> Vote411.org</a></p><p>There is a <a href="https://www.lwv.org/local-leagues/find-local-league/49?field_zip_code_value=" rel="nofollow">Local League</a> near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy.</p><p>Track Missouri Bills:<a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/" rel="nofollow"> www.senate.mo.gov</a> |<a href="https://www.house.mo.gov/" rel="nofollow"> www.house.mo.gov</a></p><p><a href="https://house.mo.gov/MemberRoster.aspx" rel="nofollow"><strong>House Roster</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.senate.mo.gov/senators/index" rel="nofollow"><strong>Senate Roster</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www.lwv.org/" rel="nofollow">The League of Women Voters</a> envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy.</p><p>Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email <a href="mailto:lwvmopodcast@gmail.com" rel="nofollow">lwvmopodcast@gmail.co</a>m</p>
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