Senator Greg Razer Secures Funding for Buck O’Neil Bridge Feasibility Study JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, has secured $300,000 in Missouri’s
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This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 7: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget; The remaining week of session; House Bill 1083, a
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for May 7, 2021
The Final Countdown The end of the 2021 legislative session is fast approaching. With only one week of session left, lawmakers are busy trying to
Missouri General Assembly Approves Proposal to Increase Access to HIV Prevention Medication
Missouri General Assembly Approves Proposal to Increase Access to HIV Prevention Medication JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation allowing HIV-prevention medication to be dispensed by pharmacists without
Sen. Bill White’s Military Affairs Bill Heads to Governor
For Immediate Release: May 7, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley: 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White’s Military Affairs Bill Heads to Governor JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bill
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for May 7, 2021
Digging into the Budget As I prepare this report, the Missouri General Assembly will soon vote on a Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget that totals
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses her orders of protection language, which is contained in Senate Bill 71, and now on
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 7, 1848
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 7, 1848, the day former Missouri lawmaker William Stone was born.
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget and Senate Bill 585, legislation that seeks to create provisions
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 6: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Senate and House of Representative conference committees work through differences on the Fiscal Year 2022 state operating budget, which has to
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 6, 2021
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 6, 2021 So Close and Yet So Far With the end of session looming around the corner, senators
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for May 5, 2021
Explaining My Vote on Medicaid Expansion Recently, I voted to increase Medicaid funding to reflect the expansion approved by voters last August. I was in
“Keeping Up” with Sen. Elaine Gannon for the Week of April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — In this week’s edition of “Keeping Up,” Sen. Elaine Gannon, R-De Soto, discusses the past week in the State Capitol.
Sen. Steven Roberts Opposes Legislation Impacting Missourians’ First Amendment Rights and the Initiative Petition Process
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, opposes two pieces of legislation moving through the Missouri Legislature, calling the bills attacks on Missourians’
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 5: Public Safety and Energy
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 59, which relates to public safety, and House Bill 697, which seeks to modify provisions for property
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 5, 1775
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 5, 1775, the day Missouri’s first governor was born.
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Bill to Help Victims of Domestic Violence Heads to the Governor
For Immediate Release: May 4, 2021 Contact: Heather McKnelly, 573-751-4008 Senator Elaine Gannon’s Bill to Help Victims of Domestic Violence Heads to the Governor JEFFERSON
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 4: Unemployment Overpayment
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 1083, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to unemployment compensation benefit overpayments.
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses several measures moving through the Missouri General Assembly.
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 3: Budget Coming Due
JEFFERSON CITY — Lawmakers have to send Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget to the executive branch no later than 6 p.m. this Friday.
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses four issues she is watching, with only two weeks left in the 2021 legislative session.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 2, 1820
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 2, 1820, the day delegates to Missouri’s first constitutional convention were elected.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 1, 1899
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 1, 1899, the 84th day of the Regular Session of the 40th General Assembly.
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 30, 2021
Four Things, Two Weeks With only two weeks left in the 2021 session, I believe what looked like a log jam of legislation between the
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Concurrent Resolution Calling for an Article Five Convention Passes Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his Senate Concurrent Resolution 4 passed the Missouri Senate on Thursday, April 29.
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 26, 2021
Week of April 26, 2021 This week, over a dozen appropriations bills were voted on by the Missouri Senate as it finalized its version of
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 30: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: The Missouri Senate version of the state’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget; Senate Bill 98,
Sen. Jeanie Riddle’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 26, 2021
Passing a Budget that Reflects Our Values Members of the Missouri General Assembly have only one constitutional obligation during each legislative session. Our state constitution
Sen. Caleb Rowden’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 26, 2021
This week, our attention turned to passing the budget bills that make up the state’s operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The Senate Appropriations
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 30, 2021
Now Two Weeks Remaining It was a busy week in the Missouri Senate. With less than three weeks remaining in the session, each day was
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Senate Bill 98, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to gaming; Senate Bill 39, which
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 30, 1904
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 30, 1904, the day the Louisiana Purchase Exposition — more commonly known as the
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of April 26, 2021
On the Floor The debate over funding Medicaid expansion took center stage this week as the Senate passed its version of the state’s operating budget
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 26, 2021
Fighting the Fight This week one of the most anticipated bills of the 2021 legislative session came up for debate in the Senate chamber. The
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 26
I am happy to report my bill, Senate Bill 106, has been truly agreed to and finally passed. The measure now heads to the governor
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 29, 2021
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 29, 2021 Moving the Legislative Needle To start the week, I spent some time in the House hearing
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 29: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators create their own version of the state operating budget for Fiscal Year 2022, which is due to the executive branch
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for April 29, 2021
Passing Priorities This week, the Missouri Senate approved its version of the state’s operating budget for Fiscal Year 2022. Composed of 13 appropriations bills, the
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 28: Second Amendment
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 39, legislation that seeks to create the Second Amendment Preservation Act.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 27: Gaming
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 98, which would modify provisions relating to gaming, is heard in the Missouri Senate. The measure has been set aside
Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for April 27, 2021
Governor Signs House Bill 429 and House Bill 430 Into Law On Thursday, April 22, the governor signed House Bill 429 and House Bill 430
Sen. Jason Bean’s Legislative Column for April 26, 2021
Protecting the Property Rights of Missourians With only a few weeks left in the legislative session, my fellow senators and I have been busy discussing
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 19, 2021
Week of April 19, 2021 This week, the Senate’s Appropriations Committee completed its work on the state’s operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 26: Medicaid Expansion
JEFFERSON CITY — Medicaid expansion is expected to be included in budget discussion this week. Missouri senators will review the Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 24, 1931
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 24, 1931, the day a Missouri Senate bill was signed into law that created
Sen. Angela Mosley’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 19
We are nearing the end of this year’s legislative session, and it is hard to believe my first session is almost over. These last few
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for April 23, 2021
Crafting the State’s Budget All eyes were on the budget this week as the Senate Appropriations Committee reviewed state spending for Fiscal Year 2022. During
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 19
Back in 1983, a U.S. senator referred to FDR’s court-packing plan as a “bonehead idea” and said “it was a terrible, terrible mistake to make.”
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of April 19, 2021
On the Floor The Senate has lined up several bills this week to be sent over to the Missouri House of Representatives in the near
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 23: Final Month
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 254, a measure that seeks to restrict the inspection of grounds or facilities
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Occupational Therapist Licensure Compact Legislation Receives House Hearing
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce that Senate Bill 330, the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, is moving through the
Sen. Caleb Rowden’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 19, 2021
With three weeks remaining in the 2021 legislative session, the General Assembly is hard at work as lawmakers try to accomplish their goals before the
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for the Week of April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses his thoughts on a proposed federal attempt to increase the number of justices on the U.S.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 23, 1895
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 23, 1895, the beginning of the Extra Session of the 38th General Assembly.
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 22, 2021
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 22, 2021 The Great Balancing Act This week, members of the Senate Appropriations Committee began the arduous task
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer: Governor Signs Bill Aimed at Attracting St. Joseph Air Force Jobs
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation co-sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, aimed at attracting a new Air Force unit to St. Joseph’s Rosecrans Memorial Airport
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bill 63, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the monitoring of certain
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Progress in the District From January through the middle of May, I travel each week to the State Capitol in Jefferson City for the legislative
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Scrambling Toward the End It’s hard to believe, but the 2021 legislative session is nearing the end. We only have three weeks left before we
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 19
According to the Missouri Constitution, the Missouri General Assembly has only one job, which is to craft the state’s operating budget each year. The budget
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Protecting the Integrity of Our Elections The ability to cast one’s vote on Election Day is a fundamental part of our representative republic. An individual’s
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Preserving History This week, the Missouri Senate gave an initial round of approval to one of my priorities for the 2021 legislative session. Senate Bill
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 19, 2021
Focusing on the Budget There is only one thing the Missouri Constitution requires of the State Legislature: We must pass a balanced budget. As a
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 22: Jobs
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 476, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to occupational license reciprocity for military members.
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Dollars for the District There are barely three weeks remaining in the 2021 legislative session, and less than two weeks before work on the state
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses several things happening in the 33rd Senatorial District this week, as well as some visitors to
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 22, 1927
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 22, 1927, the day the Intermediate Reformatory for Young Men at Algoa was formed.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 21: SCR 16 and SB 323
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Concurrent Resolution 16, which urges federal Keystone XL pipeline approval, and Senate Bill 323, which would allow school
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 21, 1882
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 21, 1882, third day of the Extra Session of the 31st General Assembly.
Statement from Sen. Steven Roberts on the Verdict of the Derek Chauvin Trial
Statement from Senator Steven Roberts On the Verdict of the Derek Chauvin Trial JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, today issued the
Sen. Elaine Gannon Discusses the Past Week in the Missouri Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Elaine Gannon, R-De Soto, discusses several pieces of legislation moving through the General Assembly in this week’s episode of “Keeping
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 20: Agriculture
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators consider Senate Bill 254, which would restrict the inspection of grounds or facilities used for certain agricultural purposes. This measure
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Advances Funding Increase For Hillyard Technical Center
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, requested $1.1 million in additional funding for the Hillyard Technical Center as part of the Senate Appropriations
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 20, 1835
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 20, 1835, the day St. Louis hosted the first Missouri railroad convention.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 19: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — The final touches to the Missouri House of Representatives’ version of the state’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget could come from the
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 19, 1878
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 19, 1878, the day the first telephone exchange was established in Missouri.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 17, 1802
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 17, 1802, the day former lawmaker John Bullock Clark, Sr., was born.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for April 16, 2021
House Takes Up Luetkemeyer’s Senate Bills As we approach the end of the 2021 session, each legislative chamber will spend more time working on bills
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 16: Legislative Priorities
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 57, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to funding to certain
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses Senate Bill 39 and House Bill 85, both of which are better-known as the “Second Amendment
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 16, 2021
Focusing on the District It’s been another busy week in the Missouri Legislature, with several late nights spent trying to reach compromises on pending legislation.
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bill 415, which is now included in Senate Bill 71. Her measure seeks to
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 16, 2021
Honoring Rush We had another busy week at the Missouri State Capitol, with a couple of late night sessions. One day’s session lasted well past
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 16, 2021
Reigning in the Powers of Unelected Bureaucrats The coronavirus pandemic has affected each of us in ways too numerous to count. No one could have
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of April 12, 2021
On the Floor Late nights are becoming more common in the Senate. On Monday, April 12, the upper chamber debated Senate Bill 11, which creates
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses the previous week in the Missouri Senate.
Sen. Jason Bean Selects Winner of 2021 Senate Art Exhibit Contest
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Jason Bean, R-Holcomb, has selected Ricky Sparks’ artwork to represent the 25th Senatorial District in the 2021 Missouri Senate Art
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Call Spoofing Legislation Receives Hearing in Missouri House of Representatives
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce that Senate Bill 119 received a legislative hearing from the Missouri House of
Sen. Jason Bean’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 12, 2021
Providing Utility Relief to Communities Affected by February Ice Storm For the past couple of weeks, I have been working with fellow Senators Karla Eslinger,
Senator Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for April 15, 2021
Moving Legislation Another busy week has passed in the Missouri Senate, with a number of bills advancing through the legislative process and a few making
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 15, 2021
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 15, 2021 State Capitol Purples Up for Military Children One of April’s national observances is the Month of
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 12
As the Missouri Senate continues to discuss and debate legislation, this week saw three measures move to the governor’s desk. Senate Bill 2 would modify
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses her role on the Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee, the Missouri Senate Gubernatorial Appointments Committee and how
Luetkemeyer Legislation Redirecting Prisoner COVID-19 Stimulus Checks to Victims Passes Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, would require offenders in Missouri’s prisons to make restitution to their victims before receiving money
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for April 15, 2021
Securing Our Farms Missouri is blessed with fertile farmland and hardworking people who know how to put it to good use. According to the Missouri
Sen. Greg Razer Congratulates Appointee to Northwest Board of Regents
Senator Greg Razer Congratulates Appointee to Northwest Board of Regents JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, congratulates Stephen Coppinger who was approved
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 15: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators prepare to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 state operating budget.
Sen. Steven Roberts Promoted to Captain in U.S. Air Force
Senator Steven Roberts Promoted to Captain in U.S. Air Force JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has been promoted to the rank
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 14: Lawmaker Pay and Transportation Issues
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Joint Resolution 28, upon voter approval, would prohibit any increase in compensation for certain elected officials. Senate Bill 165 would prohibit
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for April 13
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discussing Senate Bill 36, legislation that seeks to establish the Capitol Complex Tax Credit Act; Senate Bill