Jan. 12, 2018 Capitol Update for the Week of Jan. 8, 2018
This week brought the first round of committee hearings in the Missouri Senate. Several bills have been referred to committee already and new bills are introduced each day. I currently serve on several committees including Appropriations, Economic Development, Insurance and Banking and the Joint Committee on Education. I am also honored to be serving as the Chairman of the Government Reform committee and the Vice-Chairman of the Professional Registration committee. I also continue to work with the 21st Century Missouri Transportation System Task Force. Here is a brief overview of these committees’ responsibilities:
All of these committees have unique and important roles in the process of evaluating the merit of potential legislation. To find more information about these committees, or for information about the times and locations of committee hearings, please visit https://www.senate.mo.gov/standing-committees/
What’s New in District 19? I am very pleased to announce the nomination of Jack Jensen to the Child Abuse and Neglect Review Board. I have known Mr. Jensen for quite some time, as he served as the Assistant Principal at my elementary school. He has so many valuable assets and experiences to bring to the table and is passionate about kids. I am fully confident that Mr. Jensen will serve the children of Missouri well during his service on the Child Abuse and Neglect Review Board. Additionally, The Department of Economic Development’s Neighborhood Assistance Program has recently approved a tax credit for Oats, Inc. which provides transportation services to elderly, disabled and low income individuals in 87 different counties throughout Missouri. This service removes barriers to employment, healthcare and other needs related to independent living. The funds from this credit will be used to purchase lift-equipped vehicles to ensure continuity of services to the approximately 28,700 people who utilize Oats, Inc. services. This funding will provide an improvement to the already important services offered to residents of the 19th District.
I am here to serve you, and my office door is always open to your questions, concerns and suggestions. You can reach my staff at 573-751-3931 and an array of legislative and constituent resources at www.senate.mo.gov/rowden. |