Aug. 2 is Missouri’s primary Election Day, and several municipalities in Jackson County have ballot questions up for a vote. Additionally, Aug. 2 is the
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This Week’s Guest Column from Senator Will Kraus: Governor Vetoes Legislation
The governor has until Thursday, July 14 to take action on bills passed by the Legislature during the 2016 session. As of last week,
Senator Will Kraus’ 2016 Legislative Report
It has been an honor to represent eastern Jackson County in the Missouri Senate in 2016. While crafting beneficial public policy by nature requires debate,
This Week’s Guest Column from Senator Will Kraus: Happy Independence Day
In a nation as large and diverse as the United States, it is often easier to see the differences between Americans – geographic, religious, ethnic
This Week’s Guest Column from Senator Will Kraus: 2016 Initiative Petitions
Initiative petitions allow citizens to directly alter Missouri statutes and the state constitution. The process allows registered voters to sign petitions requesting that a specific
This Week’s Guest Column from Senator Will Kraus: You Could Have Unclaimed Property
Banks, businesses and insurance companies are bound by Missouri law to turn over unclaimed property to the Missouri treasurer. If after a specified period of
This Week’s Guest Column from Senator Will Kraus: Legislative Session Adjourns
Missouri’s 2016 legislative session ended May 13th, with the General Assembly truly agreeing and finally passing 143 pieces of legislation. While crafting beneficial public policy
Successful Session Will Lead to a Stronger Business Sector in the Show-Me State
Successful Session Will Lead to a Stronger Business Sector in the Show-Me State Legislation Approved Includes Tort Reform and Voter ID Ballot Measure JEFFERSON CITY—
Senate Advances Legislation to Protect the Integrity of the Election Process
Senate Advances Legislation to Protect the Integrity of the Election Process The Measure Heads Back to the House for Final Consideration JEFFERSON CITY— The Missouri
This Week’s Guest Column from Senator Will Kraus: Standing Up to Government Overreach
In my time as chairman of the Senate Ways and Means Committee, one of the most disappointing actions by our government that I’ve witnessed is