House Bill 290 Summary

• Repeals and replaces numerous statutes governing political subdivisions, creating 84 new sections across multiple Missouri Revised Statutes covering topics including tax collection, land banks, licensing, and economic development.

• Establishes land bank agencies in municipalities allowing them to acquire, manage, and dispose of tax-delinquent property to foster public purposes like housing, industry, and job creation, with oversight by appointed commissioners.

• Creates fire sprinkler contractor registration program under state fire marshal oversight with advisory council, establishing certification requirements, insurance minimums, and disciplinary procedures for contractors.

• Authorizes electrical contractor licensing board to regulate electrical contracting at statewide and local levels, with specific experience and examination requirements, and creates a dedicated licensing fund.

• Authorizes property transfers in St. Francois County and Cape Girardeau for various purposes including habitat conservation, county facilities, and economic development, with terms set by commissioner of administration.

• Establishes smoking permit program allowing businesses to maintain smoking areas with approved filtration systems upon meeting financial hardship and compliance requirements, subject to state rather than local tobacco regulations.