Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.3.26

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Education

HCS HB 2195 — Safe Driving Lessons

Requires DESE to vet sample safe‑driving lessons from statewide professional organizations and districts.LWVMO Position: Information Only — Neither Support nor OpposeStatus: Placed on House formal perfection calendar.

SCS HCS HBs 2230 & 2978 — Student Screen‑Time Standards Act

Requires school‑board policies limiting screen time for grades K–5.Keeps specific policy details under local control.LWVMO Position: Support — Equal opportunity and quality education for pre‑K through 12.Status: Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate.Call to Action: Contact your Senator to SUPPORT this bill. Find your Senator on the Missouri Senate website.

Climate & Environment

SCS HCS HB 2384 — Green Building Standards

Restricts local governments from enforcing green‑building requirements that developers claim affect affordability.LWVMO Position: Oppose — Limits local control and weakens energy‑efficiency standards.Status: Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate.Talking Points:Energy efficiency reduces costs and improves health and property value.Local standards help communities address climate change responsibly. Call to Action: Contact your Senator to OPPOSE this bill. Find your Senator on the  Missouri Senate website.

🔗 Further Reading: Best Energy Practices for Multifamily Buildings (Self‑Help) | Take Action to Protect Building Codes (Sierra Club)

NOTE : DATA CENTERS: 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: HERE

HB3146 — "Let Politicians Lie Act/ SB22 Redo" Ballot Summary Statement Changes