Protecting Those on the Pandemic’s Frontlines Over the past few weeks, my office has been hearing from constituents about an important piece of legislation working
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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Feb. 10, 2021
The Family Farm Over the years, I’ve encountered quite a few people who say farming is in their blood. And they mean it. Generation after
Sen. Greg Razer Files Legislation Extending Earnings Tax Reauthorization Period
Senator Greg Razer Files Legislation Extending Earnings Tax Reauthorization Period JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, has filed legislation that would extend
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Feb. 1, 2021
Week of February 1, 2021 The Missouri Senate experienced its first filibuster of the 2021 legislative session this week. The nonstop debate went on for
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of Feb. 1, 2021
The Week of Feb. 1, 2021 On the Floor Black History Month: In celebration of Black History Month, Black senators will be taking some time
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Feb. 3, 2021
Our Wisest Pursuit Thomas Jefferson once described agriculture as “our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 25, 2021
Week of January 25, 2021 On January 20, Americans witnessed history being made. That day, we saw the inauguration of the 46th president of the
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of Jan. 25, 2021
The Week of Jan. 25, 2021 On Wednesday, Jan. 27, a joint session of the General Assembly was scheduled for the annual State of the
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 28, 2021
Missouri Forward On Jan. 27, lawmakers had the opportunity to hear from the governor on his plans to move Missouri forward in the year ahead.
Sen. Greg Razer Congratulates Two Constituents on Gubernatorial Appointment Confirmations
Senator Greg Razer Congratulates Two Constituents on Gubernatorial Appointment Confirmations JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, congratulates two of his constituents, whom
Sen. Greg Razer Files COVID-19 Tax Relief Bill
Senator Greg Razer Files COVID-19 Tax Relief Bill JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, filed legislation that would exempt COVID-19 stimulus payments
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 22, 2021
For the Consideration of the Committee So far this year, over 400 pieces of legislation have been filed in the Missouri Senate. These bills cover
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of Jan. 18, 2021
On Jan. 20, 2021, Americans came together to witness the swearing of a new presidential administration. While each presidential inauguration is special and historic in
Senator Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 11, 2021
Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 11, 2021 The First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly began on Jan. 6, 2021. On the
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Jan. 14, 2021
The 2021 Legislative Session Gets Underway Legislative activity is beginning to pick up at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. The 2021 legislative session
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 14, 2021
Inauguration Day in the Show-Me State On Monday, Jan. 11, members of the General Assembly, Missouri’s congressional delegation, the public and others convened on the
Sen. Karla May to Serve on Appropriations Committee
Senator Karla May to Serve on Appropriations Committee JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, announced that she will be serving on the
Sen. Mike Cierpiot Encourages Jackson County Residents and Workers to Consider Filling Out COVID-19 Vaccine Survey
Senator Mike Cierpiot Encourages Jackson County Residents and Workers to Consider Filling Out COVID-19 Vaccine Survey JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Mike Cierpiot, R–Lee’s Summit,
Senator Steven Roberts Hosts Free Covid-19 Testing and Flu Shots
Senator Steven Roberts Hosts Free Covid-19 Testing and Flu Shots JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, announced that he will host free
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington Begins Term as State Senator
Senator Barbara Anne Washington Begins Term as State Senator Jefferson City — State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, took the oath of office on
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 7, 2021
The 2021 Legislative Session Begins It’s the start of a new year and a new legislative session. On Jan. 6, the First Regular Session of
Sen. Steven Roberts Takes Oath of Office
Senator Steven Roberts Takes Oath of Office JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, took the oath of office at the start of
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 9, 2020
Unwrapping the Capitol We’re getting to that point in the year when gifts are being bought, wrapped in festive paper and bows and placed under
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Guest Column for Dec. 3, 2020
Missouri Senate Passes $1.27 Billion Supplemental Budget 2020 has presented a host of challenges. From a pandemic, to an economic slowdown, to the beginning steps
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 2, 2020
Providing Relief to Missourians On Dec. 2, the Missouri Senate passed a $1.27 billion supplemental budget as part of a second extra session called by