JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has pre-filed legislation to protect homeowners from runaway property tax assessments. Senator Luetkemeyer’s proposal to cap assessment increases will be considered during the 2022 legislative …
A Time For Hope and Generosity Christmas is one of my favorite times of year. It provides an opportunity for family and friends to come together and spend time with their loved ones. During Christmastime, people also seem to be a little kinder, a little …
Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Homer G. Phillips Hospital JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, issued the following statement regarding the use of the name “Homer G. Phillips” on a new medical facility in St. Louis: “Fighting back …
For a lot of people, Christmas is one of their favorite times of the year. I know it is in my family. We go out and cut down a live tree every year, we listen to Christmas music while decorating the tree and we get together with our family and loved ones …
Since the outset of the coronavirus pandemic last year, there has been a number of cities and counties throughout our country that have made tough decisions intended to protect the health of the residents of their communities. While I realize these actions …
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 13, 2021 One of my family’s favorite holiday traditions is attending the candlelight service at First Baptist Church of De Soto on Christmas Eve. When Dennis and I aren’t in route to visit our sons’ families …
Eradicating Unlawful Mask Mandates in Schools Last week, the Missouri attorney general sent letters to public health authorities and school districts demanding they follow a Cole County Circuit Court judge’s decision concerning pandemic-related public …
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Dec. 9, 2021 My 2022 Legislative Priorities Legislators began the process of pre-filing bills for consideration during the 2022 legislative session on Dec. 1. I have pre-filed 23 bills to date, but I want to …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, issued the following statement relating to the letters the Missouri attorney general sent to health authorities and school districts informing them of the recent Cole County Circuit Court decision …
For Immediate Release: Dec. 6, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Sponsors Legislation to Protect Missourians in Residential Care Facilities Jefferson City — State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, has pre-filed legislation to provide …
Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Improve Student Achievement and High School Graduation Rates JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Lauren Arthur, D-Kansas City, has pre-filed legislation to increase high school graduation rates and improve student success …
Among the things that sets this country apart from others is allowing people to vote for their leaders. Ever since the pandemic started last year, we have learned this right can be fragile and needs to be protected at all costs. Since the spring of last …
The Posts of Christmas Past Ready or not, the holidays are here. Christmas music is playing on the airways, busy shoppers pack stores looking for gifts and families are coming together and recollecting on past celebrations. From an older person’s …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Dec. 6, 1871, the beginning of the Adjourned Session of the 26th General Assembly.
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, today issued the following statement relating to the recent federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates and how it will affect Missouri National Guard members: “In recent months, we have seen a shocking and …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has pre-filed two pieces of legislation aimed at freezing property tax rates for Missouri’s seniors. “In my district and across the state, we’ve seen great strides made in neighborhoods that have …
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 2, 2021 Bill Pre-Filing Is Underway The lyrics from a classic Bing Crosby song have been playing in my head recently, but on the days leading up to Dec. 1, I found myself altering the words to “It’s beginning …
JEFFERSON CITY — Under legislation filed by State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, illegal gaming devices currently in use throughout the state would be replaced with regulated and transparent video lottery terminals (VLTs) overseen by the Missouri …
For Immediate Release: Dec. 2, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Pre-Files Legislation to Secure and Strengthen the Election Process Jefferson City — State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, has pre-filed legislation to improve Missouri’s …
JEFFERSON CITY — New moms accessing insurance through Medicaid would receive health care for an entire year following childbirth if legislation introduced by State Sen. Jill Schupp, D-Creve Coeur, is enacted. Senator Schupp pre-filed legislation extending …
