JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses Senate Bill 781, legislation that seeks to Establishes the “Save Women’s Sports Act,” and House Bills
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Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 2
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 2, 1820, the day delegates to Missouri’s first constitutional convention were elected.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 1, 1899, the 84th day of the Regular Session of the 40th General Assembly.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 30, 1904, the day the Louisiana Purchase Exposition — more commonly known as the
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 29
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the Missouri Senate version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget.
Sen. Rick Brattin Amends Bill to Exempt Firearms and Ammunition from Sales Tax
JEFFERSON CITY —This week, State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, successfully added language to House Bill 1606 exempting all purchases of firearms and ammunition from state
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 25
With two weeks remaining in this legislative session, we are continuing to work on bills that are important to the state. Some of my priorities
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 28
JEFFERSON CITY — Included in the Missouri Senate version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget is House Bill 3002, which funds elementary and
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 27
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators approve not only their version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget, but also House Bill 3015, the second
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators may soon consider House Bill 3021, which would create a one-time tax credit, along with upcoming budget work.
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of April 25: Preparing for Mother Nature’s Surprises
Over the past decade, we have seen several examples of extreme weather in our part of the state. Most of the time, it is possible
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 25
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate is expected to take up the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget this week.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 24
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 24, 1931, the day a Missouri Senate bill was signed into law that created
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 23
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 23, 1895, the beginning of the Extra Session of the 38th General Assembly.
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews some of the work on the Fiscal Year 2023, supplemental and capital improvements budgets.
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for April 22
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses several items remaining for the 2022 regular legislative session, including passing the Fiscal Year
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 22, 1927, the day the Intermediate Reformatory for Young Men at Algoa was formed.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 18
As we get closer to the end of the 2022 legislative session, several of my priority bills continue to move through the legislative process. Senate
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 21
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee considers both House Bill 3015, the supplemental budget, and House Bill 3020, the capital improvements budget.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 21
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 21, 1882, third day of the Extra Session of the 31st General Assembly.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 20
JEFFERSON CITY — Some lawmakers are looking at different ways to utilize certain money allocated for the proposed state operating budget for Fiscal Year 2023.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 20
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 20, 1835, the day St. Louis hosted the first Missouri railroad convention.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators prepare to see the proposed state operating budget for Fiscal Year 2023, which will start on July 1.
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of April 18: The Importance of Child Care
I believe one of state government’s biggest roles is to assist those who need a hand up, and not a handout. This is why this
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 19, 1878, the day the first telephone exchange was established in Missouri.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 18
JEFFERSON CITY — Teacher salaries may become a part of the Missouri Senate’s version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 17
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 17, 1802, the day former lawmaker John Bullock Clark, Sr., was born.
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 15
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 756, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to public utilities; Senate
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 11
More legislation is moving through the process as the 2022 legislative session heads into its final month. House Bill 1606 was voted out of the
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 11: Our Elections Are Not for Sale
There are still a lot of unanswered questions about the 2020 election, which was, perhaps, the most important election of our lifetimes. Why were state
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 14
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee discusses House Joint Resolution 117, which — upon voter approval — would propose a constitutional amendment relating
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 13
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give preliminary approval to Senate Bill 683, a measure that would modify provisions relating to child care.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 756, legislation that would modify provisions relating to public utilities.
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of April 11: Making the Most of an Unfortunate Situation
A lot has been said and written about the opioid epidemic in our county. Part of helping those who are addicted includes getting to the
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 11
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate will soon create its own version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 11
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews the day Charles Daniel Drake was born. The one-time state lawmaker is best-known for his
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for April 8
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses House Bill 1720, legislation that relates to agriculture; House Bill 2502 and Senate Bill 643, both
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 8
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 1552, legislation that would change provisions related to funding for charter schools; Senate
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Texas-Style Pro-Life Bill Heard in Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — Pro-life Missouri state Sen. Rick Brattin’s, R-Harrisonville, Texas-style pro-life bill was heard in the Senate Seniors, Families, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 4
As we enter into the final weeks of the legislative session, there is still much to get done. A lot of this time will be
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 7
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 1552, legislation that would change provisions related to funding for charter schools.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 7
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 7, 1877, 79th day of the Regular Session of the 29th General Assembly.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 6
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give preliminary approval to Senate Joint Resolution 46, which — upon voter approval — would require all county assessors to
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 5
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 758, a measure that seeks to modify various provisions relating to bidding procedures for
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 4: Fighting Back Against Woke Corporations
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the last few years, you’ve undoubtedly been witnessing the hyper-politicization of corporate America. From Facebook to Coca-Cola to
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 4
JEFFERSON CITY — With six weeks left in the 2022 regular legislative session, the Missouri Senate will start to turn its focus toward legislation from
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of April 4: Helping Local Government
Oftentimes, I am more than happy to shine a light on those who do the yeoman’s work in our society. Unfortunately, they are not always
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of March 28
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 850, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to criminal laws; Senate Bill
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 1, 1872, the last day of the 26th General Assembly’s adjourned session.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of March 28
This week, three of my bills were heard in committee. Senate Bill 1096 was heard in the Missouri Senate Insurance and Banking Committee. This measure
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 31
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate and Missouri House of Representatives disagree on House Bill 2117, which contains the congressional redistricting map.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 31
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 31, 1875, third day of the Special Session of the 28th General Assembly.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 30
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 726, legislation that seeks to establish “Hypoplastic Left-Heart Syndrome Awareness Day” in Missouri.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 30, 1927, the day the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation designating the bluebird as
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 29
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 850, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to criminal laws.
Video: Sen. Eric Burlison Presents Senate Bill 668 in Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, presents Senate Bill 668 to the Missouri Senate Local Government and Elections Committee. His proposal would modify
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 29
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 29, 1883, the day the Missouri General Assembly created the State Board of Health.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for March 28
Last week, Senate Bill 743 was passed by the Missouri Senate. The bill would authorize the cities of Clinton and Lincoln to propose a levy
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of March 28: Combining Fairness and Reality
Missouri is now one step closer to having its new congressional districts finalized for the next decade. Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau goes
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 28
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640 passes the Missouri Senate and now awaits Missouri House of Representatives’ consideration.
Audio: Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Podcast for the Week of March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, discusses Senate Joint Resolution 38, which would — upon voter approval — modify constitutional provisions relating to
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for the Week of March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses forthcoming changes to the 21st Senatorial District and House Bill 2117, which contains the latest version
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 25
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 665, legislation that seeks to modify the duration of unemployment benefits based upon
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 25
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 25, 1905, the day the Northwest Missouri State Teachers College in Maryville is created
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 24
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 758, which would modify various provisions relating to bidding procedures for certain public projects for facilities.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 24
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 24, 1911, the day the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation to pay for a
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 23
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 798, legislation that would establish a “Restaurant Meals Program” as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 23
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 23, 1903, the day the Legislature passed a measure requiring licensing vehicles.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 665, a proposal that seeks to modify the duration of unemployment benefits based upon the Missouri average
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 22, 1913, the day Missouri’s official state flag was adopted.
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of March 21: Half of the Work Is Behind Us
The Legislature has completed the first half of the 2022 regular legislative session. Each session has its own set of challenges, and this year has
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — The second half of the 2022 regular legislative session begins today. Session will end on May 13.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 21, 1826, the day the Missouri General Assembly met in St. Charles for the
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 20
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 20, 1907, the day the Missouri Legislature established the Missouri Library Commission.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 19
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 19, 1870, the day the First District Normal School was established by the Missouri
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 18
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate previews: Senate Bill 1181, which would allow an income tax deduction for certain law enforcement officers;
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 17
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 647 is a proposal that would establish a grievance process for parents and guardians of elementary and secondary school students.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 17
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 17, 1905, the day the Southwest Missouri State Teachers College was established in Springfield.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 16
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 1181 would allow an income tax deduction for certain law enforcement officers. Senate Bill 715 is legislation that would authorize
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 15
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 702 is legislation that seeks to create new provisions relating to COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Senate Bill 973 would establish the
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 15
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 15, 1907, the day state representatives approved a Missouri Senate resolution that gave the
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of March 14: Making Law, and Life, Easier
Among the things that amaze me in the Missouri Legislature is how we can come up with laws. Sometimes, it can take years to craft
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of March 14
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses her thoughts on the first half of the 2022 regular legislative session, plus Senate
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 14
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 695 seeks to modify various provisions relating to elections. House Bill 1878 is a voter ID proposal.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 14
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 14, 1782, the day Thomas Hart Benton was born.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 13
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 13, 1915, the day the Missouri Commission for the Blind was created.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 12
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 12, 1849, the day the Missouri-Pacific Railroad was chartered.
Audio: Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Podcast for March 11
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, discusses Senate Bill 678, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to funding for the Kansas City
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for the Week of March 7
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses Senate Joint Resolution 32, which — upon voter approval — would amend the Missouri Constitution to
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of March 7: Protecting Young Minds
The last few years have been trying times for everyone, particularly for children. They saw years of their education stolen from them. Some were cut
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 11
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to sexual
Sen. Lincoln Hough: One Life Can Touch So Many Others
The month of March is celebrated as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This annual observance offers a chance to learn more about the vital contributions
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of March 7
This week, the Missouri Senate Insurance and Banking Committee heard my Senate Bill 1042, which seeks to enact provisions relating to electronic delivery of insurance
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 10
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 642 and Senate Bill 686 each seek to create their own version of the Missouri Video Lottery Control Act.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 9
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640, legislation that would modify provisions relating to sexual offenses.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 9
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 9, 1899, the day the State Historical Society of Missouri was incorporated.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 8
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 745, a measure that seeks to create provisions relating to accounting practices of public utilities.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 8
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 8, 1988, Missouri’s first foray into a presidential primary, after years of holding a
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 7
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators are looking at ways to help the conflict in Ukraine, including Senate Bill 1233, legislation that seeks to authorize a