Senator Doug Beck was first elected in 2020 to represent the residents of the 1st Senatorial District in the Missouri Senate. In 2024 he was elected by his peers to serve as Senate Minority Floor Leader. He serves on the following Senate committees:   Administration, Fiscal Oversight, Gubernatorial Appointments and Local Government and Elections. 

Prior to his election to the Senate, he served two terms in the House of Representatives from 2016-2020. During his time in the House, he was the ranking minority member of the Economic Development and Workforce Development Committee and also served on the Veterans and Children and Families Committees.  

 Senator Beck defends workers and their rights, promotes public education, encourages job creation and champions affordable health care for all. He is an adamant supporter of public safety and first responders.

 Aside from his legislative duties, Sen. Beck enjoys a 39-year career as a proud pipefitter and member of UA Local 562. He served on the Affton School Board for nine years, including two years as president. During his tenure, he expanded early childhood education and increased opportunities for students pursuing STEM careers.

 Born and raised in St. Louis County, Sen. Beck graduated from Lindbergh High School in 1983 and attended St. Louis Community College. He has been married for 41 years to his wife, Marilyn. They have two children and four grandchildren.

Prior Legislative Service:
House of Representatives: 2016 – 2020

Statewide Committees:
Career and Technical Advisory Council
Missouri Arts Council Trust Fund Board of Trustees
Missouri Health Facilities Review Commission
Missouri Palliative Care and Quality of Life Interdiscinplinary Council
Missouri State Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees
Show-Me My Retirement Savings Board
Tourism Commission

Senator Doug Beck's 2024 Legislative Review
Senator Doug Beck’s 2023 Legislative Review

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