Missouri has a unique opportunity. For years, lawmakers have looked at ways at streamlining taxes in our state. In recent years, the Legislature has made modest cuts, most of which are based on how the economy is doing at the start of a new year. Not only …
Governor Calls Extra Session to Enact Income Tax Cut On Aug. 22, the governor called an extra legislative session asking lawmakers to enact what he dubbed “the largest tax cut in state history” and pass a new version of a bill he vetoed in June, which …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 29, 1933, the day the Missouri General Assembly ratified what would become the 21st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which would end Prohibition.
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 28, 1820, the date elections were held that put Missouri’s first officeholders into place.
Taking Advantage of the MO Scholars Program Parents in Missouri have new options for K-12 education, thanks to the MO Scholars program, and those willing to donate to the program can also see benefits. This innovative program just went live, and families …
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 25, 2022 Governor Calls Extra Session At the end of June, the governor vetoed several agriculture tax credits and a taxpayer rebate program passed by the General Assembly during the 2022 legislative session. In …
Welcome to the Hall of Famous Missourians What do Bob Barker, Scott Joplin and Sacajawea have in common? These three vastly different individuals are all enshrined in the Hall of Famous Missourians. Next month will mark the 40th anniversary of the Hall, a …
Senator Jeanie Riddle Congratulates City of Silex for Receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Jeanie Riddle, R-Callaway County, congratulates the City of Silex for receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant …
We enjoy something not only as Americans, but as Missourians, not everyone can claim. Years ago, the Missouri Legislature allowed citizens to gather petition signatures and place something on the ballot for everyone to decide. This allows people to go …
As our community continues to deal with the aftermath of the devastating flooding from last month, I wanted to provide you with several resources available from state and federal agencies to help families affected by the flooding. FEMA The Federal …
An August Tradition: The Missouri State Fair For many, August represents the end of summer. With it comes the start of the school year, but it also signals the beginning of one of our state’s marque events: The Missouri State Fair. The state fair has been …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 17, 1845, the beginning of the state constitutional convention.
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, invites you to attend the 12th Annual Community Fair on Aug. 18 at the James J. Eagan Civic Center in Florissant. Students from the Ferguson-Florissant, Jennings, Hazelwood and Riverview …
The ability to cast a vote on Election Day is a fundamental part of our representative republic. An individual’s vote is reflective of that person’s voice and the ability to choose who represents them at all levels of government. While we all come from …
Petition to Legalize Recreational Cannabis Cleared for Nov. 8 Ballot This fall, Missouri voters will decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana use after the secretary of state certified an initiative petition on Aug. 9, placing the measure on the …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 10, 1821, the day Missouri became the 24th state.
It may be hard to believe, but many of our local schools will soon be back in session. All of the hardworking teachers in our districts have been busy preparing for the new school year to begin. They start much sooner than the official first day of school, …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, invites educators, parents and concerned members of the community to participate in a public forum focused on childhood literacy and efforts to ensure all Missouri children entering the …
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer to Honor Companion Animal at Noyes Home Jefferson City — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, will present a certificate of recognition to the Noyes Home for Children and its new “chief happiness officer,” a French bulldog …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 4, 1825, the day Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Abraham J. Williams was sworn in as our state’s third governor.
