Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 20, 2022 Honoring MLK Our nation began the week by honoring the legendary civil rights activist and preacher,
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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. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for the Week of Jan. 17, 2022
The State of the State It was a short, but full week at the State Capitol. We got a late start due to the Martin
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 20, 2022
Building a Stronger, Safer Missouri On Jan. 19, lawmakers from both legislative chambers gathered together to hear the governor deliver his State of the State
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 10, 2022
On the Floor This week, the Senate met for its first full week of the 2022 legislative session. Bills continue to be introduced and referred
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Jan. 18, 2022
Defending the Police During the second week of the 2022 legislative session, my colleagues and I in the Missouri Senate began presenting bills in committee
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Jan. 17: Bringing in and Keeping the Best
We all have seen the “Help Wanted” signs, and each of us has heard from employers who are struggling because of a lack of not
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 10, 2022
Week of Jan. 10, 2022 House Committee Advances Congressional Redistricting Bill On Jan. 12, the House Special Committee on Redistricting approved a plan to redraw
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. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Jan. 10
With the conclusion of the second week of the 2022 legislative session, bills are already being referred to committees. As always, I appreciate hearing the
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 13, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 13, 2022 Let the Policy Making Process Begin Now that the opening formalities are over and a multitude
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Jan. 13, 2022
A Great Start to Session It’s January, and the Legislature is back at work in Jefferson City. It’s only the second week of session and
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Jan. 13, 2022
Committee Work Begins Legislative activity is well underway as the Missouri General Assembly completes the second week of our 18-week session. More than 450 separate
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Jan. 13, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Jan. 13, 2022 The 2022 Legislative Session is Underway! With the pounding of the gavel on Jan. 5, my
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Jan. 10, 2022
The Legislative Process Begins It’s the second week of Missouri’s 2022 legislative session. Senate bills are being referred to committees and we’ve begun taking testimony
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Jan. 13, 2022
The 2022 Session Begins The 2022 legislative session is underway. Lawmakers returned to the Capitol on Jan. 5, and we’ve begun taking testimony on proposed
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 12, 2022
Hitting the Ground Running On Jan. 10, the Missouri General Assembly began its first full week of legislative activity of the 2022 legislative session, and
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 3, 2022
On the Floor On Wednesday, Jan. 5, the 2022 legislative session began at the State Capitol in Jefferson City. Usually, the first day of session
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Jan. 7, 2022
The 2022 Legislative Session Begins On Jan. 5, Lawmakers returned to the State Capitol in Jefferson City for the start of the 2022 legislative session.
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 3, 2022
Week of Jan. 3, 2022 2022 Legislative Session Kicks-Off The Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly began on Jan. 5. The usual four-and-half-month
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Jan. 3
With the start of the 2022 legislative session, we have a lot to accomplish between now and the middle of May. Most important is passing
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Jan. 6, 2022
The 2022 Session Begins This past week I returned to Jefferson City for the start of the 2022 legislative session. It was great to get
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of Jan. 3: Doing What’s Right
Another session of the Missouri Legislature kicked off this week in Jefferson City, and I don’t think it’s a stretch to say this year’s is
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Jan. 3, 2022
The Legislative Session Begins The Second Regular Session of Missouri’s 101st General Assembly got underway this week. Each Missouri “General Assembly” – the combined Legislature,
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 6, 2022
The Start of the 2022 Legislative Session The State Capitol is once again alive with the rush of legislative activity, as the Second Regular Session
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. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 6, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 6, 2022 For Auld Lang Syne Many sing the lyrics of Auld Lang Syne, a classic Scottish tune,
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Jan. 3, 2022: Doing the Heavy Lifting on Behalf of Missourians
The Missouri General Assembly is gearing up for this year’s legislative session, which officially begins at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 5. State senators and representatives
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Jan. 3, 2022
Legislative Resolutions for the New Year It’s a tradition this time of year to reflect on the past 12 months and consider things we’d like
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. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Dec. 27, 2021
Looking Toward Session The Second Regular Session of Missouri’s 101st General Assembly convenes on Jan. 5 and will continue through May 13. In just a
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Dec. 27, 2021
Week of Dec. 27, 2021 State Minimum Wage Set to Increase Beginning Jan. 1 The standard statewide minimum wage for most Missouri workers will increase
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 28, 2021
Looking Back on 2021 It may seem hard to believe but another year has come to a close. For some, I’m sure that’s a blessing,
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 27: Happy New Year
The end of the year offers us the opportunity to reflect on the events of the past 12 months and how they have affected our
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
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 20: Merry Christmas
With Christmas Day just around the corner, many families are busy preparing for the holiday. During this time, as we gather close to loved ones,
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Dec. 20
Whether we are ready or not, the holidays are here. During this joyous season, it is my sincere hope that you are able to spend
Season’s Greetings from Sen. White
As the end of 2021 approaches, I am filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make this past year a success, as well as optimism
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Dec. 16, 2021
The Greatest Gift Christmas is upon us, and there are so many things to do. Between decorating, baking, shopping for gifts (not to mention wrapping
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Dec. 16, 2021
Looking to the Year Ahead With Missouri’s 2022 legislative session just around the corner, you can expect to see more frequent communications from my office
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. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Dec. 13, 2021
The Greatest Gift at Christmas There’s an old Christmas song with a classic line: “Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow, will find it hard
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Dec. 15, 2021
The Promise of a Child “The Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Dec. 13, 2021
Week of Dec. 13, 2021 The ACT score requirement for Missouri’s Bright Flight scholarship will be increasing to 32 for students graduating from high school
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 14, 2021
A Time For Hope and Generosity Christmas is one of my favorite times of year. It provides an opportunity for family and friends to come
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of Dec. 13: Let Us Remember the Reason for the Season
For a lot of people, Christmas is one of their favorite times of the year. I know it is in my family. We go out
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 13: Letting Missourians Decide What Is Best
Since the outset of the coronavirus pandemic last year, there has been a number of cities and counties throughout our country that have made tough
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 13, 2021
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 13, 2021 One of my family’s favorite holiday traditions is attending the candlelight service at First Baptist Church
Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for Dec. 13, 2021
Eradicating Unlawful Mask Mandates in Schools Last week, the Missouri attorney general sent letters to public health authorities and school districts demanding they follow a
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Dec. 9, 2021
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Dec. 9, 2021 My 2022 Legislative Priorities Legislators began the process of pre-filing bills for consideration during the 2022
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 6: Improving a Fundamental Right and Privilege
Among the things that sets this country apart from others is allowing people to vote for their leaders. Ever since the pandemic started last year,
The Posts of Christmas Past
The Posts of Christmas Past Ready or not, the holidays are here. Christmas music is playing on the airways, busy shoppers pack stores looking for
Sen. Steven Roberts Fights for Seniors Overburdened by Rising Property Taxes
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has pre-filed two pieces of legislation aimed at freezing property tax rates for Missouri’s seniors. “In
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 2, 2021
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 2, 2021 Bill Pre-Filing Is Underway The lyrics from a classic Bing Crosby song have been playing in
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 1, 2021
Pre-Filing Priorities As many of us begin preparing for the holidays, the Missouri General Assembly is already looking ahead to next year. On Dec. 1,