Senator Caleb Rowden Announces Senior Staff for 2023 Legislative Session JEFFERSON CITY – Incoming Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden, R-Columbia, announces his senior
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Sen. Cindy O’Laughlin Announces Spring Break Dates for 2023 Legislative Session
Senator Cindy O’Laughlin Announces Spring Break Dates for 2023 Legislative Session JEFFERSON CITY — In her role as incoming Senate majority floor leader, Sen. Cindy
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Nov. 17, 2022
Beyond Blessed Thanksgiving marks one of my favorite times of the year. This holiday gives each of us the opportunity to come together with our
Senate Majority Caucus Elects New Leadership Team
Senate Majority Caucus Elects New Leadership Team JEFFERSON CITY — The Senate Majority Caucus elected Sen. Caleb Rowden, R-Columbia, to serve as president pro tem
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Nov. 3, 2022
Honoring Those Who Serve Every year, Nov. 11 marks Veterans Day throughout our country. Observed on the anniversary of the end of World War I,
Sen. Doug Beck to File Red Flag Law Legislation Following Deadly School Shooting in Missouri
Senator Doug Beck to File Red Flag Law Legislation Following Deadly School Shooting in Missouri JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Doug Beck, D-Affton, will again
Statement from Sen. Dave Schatz on the Passing of Former Sen. Charles Wheeler
Statement from Senator Dave Schatz on the Passing of Former Senator Charles Wheeler JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Dave Schatz, R-Sullivan, issued the following statement
Sen. Lincoln Hough Discusses the Importance of Senate Bills 3 & 5
JEFFERSON CITY — Senator Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, discusses the importance of Senate Bills 3 & 5 during debate. The extra session bills aim to reform
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Oct. 20, 2022
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. Rick Brattin’s Legislative Column for Oct. 18, 2022
Five Questions to Appear on November Ballot Voters will have a lot of reading to do when they go to the polls on Nov. 8.
Lawmakers Conclude 2022 Extra Legislative Session
JEFFERSON CITY — Members of the Missouri General Assembly wrapped up their work in the extra legislative session by passing two pieces of legislation. Senate
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Oct. 6, 2022
Wrapping up the Extra Legislative Session Tuesday, Oct. 4, marked the end of the General Assembly’s work in the extra legislative session called by the
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Oct. 5, 2022
Relief for Missouri Taxpayers in 2023 Permanent tax cuts are coming in 2023 for all hardworking Missourians. High gas prices, low stock of goods and
2022 Missouri Senate Retirement Ceremony
JEFFERSON CITY — On Sept. 14, the Missouri Senate hosted a retirement ceremony for its outgoing members. During the ceremony, retiring senators were invited to
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on Passage of Extra Session Tax Cut Bill
Statement from Senator Lincoln Hough on Passage of Extra Session Tax Cut Bill Jefferson City — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement
Sen. Steven Roberts Appointed to Missouri Veterans Commission
Senator Steven Roberts Appointed to Missouri Veterans Commission JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, announces he has been appointed to the Missouri
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 22, 2022
Moving Forward with Extra Session On Wednesday, Sept. 21, members of the Missouri Senate put their stamp of approval on legislation designed to meet the
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 16, 2022
Toys for Tots Celebrates 75 Years of Bringing Joy and Hope This year, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program will celebrate 75
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2022
A Special Relationship Lincoln University and Jefferson City enjoy a special relationship. Like any college town, the relationship between the two hasn’t always been easy,
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 8, 2022
Governor Calls Lawmakers Back to Jefferson City Missouri lawmakers will reconvene at the State Capitol on Sept. 14 for the beginning of an extra legislative
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 1, 2022
Returning to the State Capitol In the near future, my colleagues and I will return to the State Capitol for the start of an extra
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Aug. 25, 2022
Taking Advantage of the MO Scholars Program Parents in Missouri have new options for K-12 education, thanks to the MO Scholars program, and those willing
Sen. Jeanie Riddle Congratulates City of Silex for Receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant
Senator Jeanie Riddle Congratulates City of Silex for Receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Jeanie Riddle, R-Callaway County, congratulates
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Aug. 18, 2022
An August Tradition: The Missouri State Fair For many, August represents the end of summer. With it comes the start of the school year, but
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy
Senator Holly Thompson Rehder and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 28, 2022
Best Time of the Year The smell of fried food moving throughout the grounds, the sight of children riding a roller coaster and the sound
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 28, 2022
The August Primary Is Coming As you are probably aware, the August primary is this Tuesday, Aug. 2. Too often, we hear of low voter
Sen. Doug Beck Shares Resources in Response to St. Louis Flash Floods
Senator Doug Beck Shares Resources in Response to St. Louis Flash Floods JEFFERSON CITY – In light of the recent flooding event in the St.
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 21, 2022
Working through the Tough Issues With the 2022 legislative session in our rearview mirror, I have spent some time reflecting on the 101st General Assembly.
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 21, 2022
The Best Part About Being a Lawmaker In today’s day and age, it isn’t popular to be an elected official. We often get blamed for
Sen. Karla May and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy
Senator Karla May and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, invites
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough Regarding Vetoed Tax Rebate Program
Statement from Senator Lincoln Hough Regarding Vetoed Tax Rebate Program Jefferson City — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement in regards to
Sen. Bill White’s Compassionate Care Legislation Signed into Law
Senator Bill White’s Compassionate Care Legislation Signed into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, applauds the governor for signing House Bill 2116
Election Reform Legislation Signed into Law
JEFFERSON CITY — Passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by the governor, House Bill 1878 aims to strengthen and secure Missouri’s elections
Sen. Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Insurance Bill into Law
Senator Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Insurance Bill into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, applauds the governor for signing a
Sen. Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Local Government Bill into Law
Senator Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Local Government Bill into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, applauds the governor for signing
Sen. Sandy Crawford Commends Governor for Signing Election Integrity Bill into Law
Senator Sandy Crawford Commends Governor for Signing Election Integrity Bill into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, commends the governor for signing
Sen. Rick Brattin Praises Pro-Life Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade
Senator Rick Brattin Praises Pro-Life Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, issued the following statement in response to
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of May 23, 2022
The Week of May 23, 2022 Supreme Court Hears Case on Collective Bargaining Rights The Missouri Supreme Court heard arguments on May 24 in a
Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for May 27, 2022
May 27, 2022 2022 Session Wrap-Up The 2022 legislative session officially ended on May 13. This session was at times tumultuous, but I believe we
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for May 27, 2022
Wrapping Up the 2022 Legislative Session Friday, May 13, marked the end of the 2022 legislative session. Over the course of the past five months,
Lawmakers Approve 2023 State Operating Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Members of the Missouri Senate put their final stamp of approval on a series of bills that make up the state’s operating
Sen. John Rizzo’s Legislation to Help Bring 2026 FIFA World Cup to Kansas City Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk
Senator John Rizzo’s Legislation to Help Bring 2026 FIFA World Cup to Kansas City Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk Jefferson City — Legislation
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for May 6, 2022
Protecting the Integrity of the Ballot Box The ability to cast one’s vote on Election Day is a fundamental part of our representative republic. An
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 29, 2022
Funding Our Priorities This week, members of the Missouri Senate put their stamp of approval on a series of bills that make up the
Lawmakers Approve Proposal Creating Additional Protections for Victims of Sexual Assault
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate passed legislation creating additional protections for victims of sexual assault. Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640 make several
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 15, 2022
Progress and Property Rights When many people think of the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution, they envision someone sitting on the witness stand in
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 7, 2022
Sending a Loud Message to Washington, D.C. It might come as a surprise to some, but the United States produces more oil and natural
Sen. Doug Beck’s Legislation to Protect Taxpayers from Attorney General’s Lawsuits Gains Momentum
Senator Doug Beck’s Legislation to Protect Taxpayers from Attorney General’s Lawsuits Gains Momentum Jefferson City — State Sen. Doug Beck, D-St. Louis, applauds Missouri House
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Catch Predators and Achieve Justice for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Catch Predators and Achieve Justice for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Senator Arthur says organizations that cover
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 17, 2022
On the Floor This week, on Jan. 19, members of both the Missouri House of Representatives and Missouri Senate came together to hear the governor
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 20, 2022
Strong Today, Stronger Tomorrow It has been a busy week in Jefferson City as legislative committees began meeting in earnest to consider numerous bills and
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Discusses Senate Bill 765
JEFFERSON CITY – Senator Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, presented Senate Bill 765 to the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee for consideration. The legislation
Missouri Senate Begins 2022 Legislative Session
JEFFERSON CITY — Senators returned to the State Capitol on Jan. 5 for the start of the 2022 legislative session. 2022 promises to be
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 13, 2022
Preserving the Traditions of the Senate Throughout my time in the Missouri Senate, I have come to appreciate the many traditions of the General
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Discusses the Importance of Senate Bill 678
JEFFERSON CITY- Senator Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, discusses the importance of Senate Bill 678 during the bill’s hearing before the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal
Sen. Steven Roberts Discusses the Jan. 6 Attacks on the U.S. Capitol
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, discusses the anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attacks on the U.S. Capitol.
Sen. John Rizzo Files “Back the Blue Act” to Protect Missouri’s Law Enforcement Community
Senator John Rizzo Files “Back the Blue Act” to Protect Missouri’s Law Enforcement Community JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. John Rizzo, D-Independence, has filed the
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 6, 2022
Coming Together to Move Missouri Forward Wednesday, Jan. 5, marked the beginning of the 2022 legislative session. As president pro tem of the Missouri Senate,
Sen. Dave Schatz Announces New Chief of Staff
Senator Dave Schatz Announces New Chief of Staff Jefferson City — Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Dave Schatz, R-Sullivan, named Matthew Thompson to the position
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Dec. 30, 2021
New Year, New Opportunity The days surrounding the start of the New Year provide each of us with the opportunity to regroup and look toward
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Dec. 23, 2021
Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas With the warmer than expected weather we’ve had these past couple weeks, it may not quite feel like the
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Missourians with Diabetes by Capping Insulin Costs at $30
Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Missourians with Diabetes by Capping Insulin Costs at $30 JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Lauren Arthur, D-Kansas City,
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Dec. 16, 2021
The True Meaning of Christmas As the song goes, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Lights and decorations adorn every street corner, Christmas
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Reduce Gun Crimes by Closing the Domestic Violence Loophole
Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Reduce Gun Crimes by Closing the Domestic Violence Loophole JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lauren Arthur, D-Kansas City, has
Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Homer G. Phillips Hospital
Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Homer G. Phillips Hospital JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, issued the following statement regarding the
Sen. John Rizzo Proposes Parents’ Bill of Rights Ahead of Legislative Session
Senator John Rizzo Proposes Parents’ Bill of Rights Ahead of Legislative Session Jefferson City — State Sen. John Rizzo, D-Independence, announces he has pre-filed legislation