JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 17, 1905, the day the Southwest Missouri State Teachers College was established in Springfield.
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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
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.
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of March 7, 2022
On the Floor On March 8, the Senate began discussing Senate Bill 775, The legislation modifies provisions relating to sexual offenses and makes several changes
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
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for March 11, 2022
Moving Priorities Forward I began the 2022 legislative session with a number of priorities in mind. Among my top goals, I vowed to increase support
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. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for March 11, 2022
Working Toward Perfection We’ve reached the halfway point in the 2022 legislative session. The last day to file additional bills was March 1, and next
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of March 7, 2022
Week of March 7, 2022 Starts and Stalls in Missouri Senate On March 8, the Senate granted preliminary approval to a proposed constitutional amendment, Senate
Sen. Bill White Honored with the 2021 Legislative Advocate of the Year Award from St. Louis Children’s Hospital
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, is one of two honored recipients of the St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s (SLCH) 2021 Legislative Advocate of
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for March 11, 2022
It’s Time to Do the Work After enduring weeks of what I have charitably referred to as “shenanigans” in the Missouri Senate, I finally reached
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
Sen. Mike Moon Responds to the Current State of the Missouri Senate
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Mike Moon, R-Ash Grove, releases the following statement regarding the state of affairs in the Missouri Senate. “Rumors abound in
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. Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 10, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 10, 2022 Legislation Springs Forward With our legislative spring break scheduled next week, senators accelerated their efforts to
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
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for March 10, 2022
Getting Ready to Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom Nearly two and a half centuries ago, a group of men gathered together and signed their names
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of March 7, 2022
The Rest of the Story If you read news reports this past week, you might have the impression that I and a few of my
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for March 10, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for March 10, 2022 Springing Bills Forward The days already seemed a little longer this week as legislators attempted to
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s KCPD Funding Bill Passes Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, to increase funding for the Kansas City Police Department was approved by the Missouri
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.
Sen. Andrew Koenig and Rep. Hannah Kelly Introduce Legislation to Add “Protect Children First” Amendment to the Missouri Constitution
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Andrew Koenig, R-Manchester, and Rep. Hannah Kelly, R-Mountain Grove, have introduced identical joint resolutions that would add a “Protect Children
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
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Feb. 28, 2022
Week of Feb. 28, 2022 Senate Ends Busy Week on Abrupt Note A number of bills have begun to make their way to the Senate
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 28, 2022
On the Floor This week, the Senate debated Senate Bill 678 and Senate Joint Resolution 38, which modify the funding requirements for the Kansas City
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for March 4
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bill 647, legislation that seeks to establish a grievance process for parents and
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 4
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bills 698 & 639, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to MO HealthNet services
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for March 4
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses some of those who have visited his office and an award he received this week.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 4
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 4, 1849, the day a Missourian served as U.S. president — if only for
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for March 3, 2022
Last Day to File Bills We reached a milestone in the 2022 legislative session this week. March 1 was the last day senators could file
Sen. Rick Brattin Files Legislation Combatting Illegal Immigration
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, filed legislation this week to fight illegal immigration and protect Missourians from the ongoing crisis at the
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Feb. 28
The governor has signed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 supplemental budget bill, House Bill 3014, which provides the state sufficient funding to operate for the
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington Encourages Female High School Seniors to Apply for Women Legislators Scholarship
JEFFERSON CITY — The women legislators of the Missouri House of Representatives and the Missouri Senate have established a one-time scholarship opportunity for young ladies
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Feb. 28, 2022
Taking Time for Constituents We just concluded another busy week at the Missouri State Capitol. In fact, this was the first week in recent memory
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for March 3, 2022
Standing with Parents It’s hard to imagine anything good coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic, but if there’s one positive, it may be that a
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 3
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bills 698 & 639, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to MO HealthNet services for pregnant and
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 3, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 3, 2022 Approaching the Half-Way Mark The first half of the 2022 legislative session will conclude March 4,
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for March 3, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for March 3, 2022 Reaching the Half-Way Point If I compared the legislative session to a NASCAR race, the flagman
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislation Expands Castle Doctrine Protections
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Justin Brown, R-Rolla, has filed legislation to provide additional protection to Missourians who defend themselves or others from death or
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for March 3, 2022
Making Progress The Legislature reached a milestone on Feb. 24 by passing its first bill of the 2022 legislative session. House Bill 3014 is a
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer’s Election Integrity Bill Heard in Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, to increase election integrity in Missouri was heard by the Senate Local Government and
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 2
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 678, which seeks to modify provisions relating to funding for the Kansas City Police Department, receives first-round Missouri Senate approval.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 2
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 2, 1860, fifth day of the Called Session of the 20th General Assembly.
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Gun Free Zone Legislation Passes Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his Senate Bill 752 passed the Senate General Laws Committee on March 1.
Sen. Steven Roberts Files Refugee Bill in Wake of Ongoing Crises in Ukraine and Afghanistan
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has filed legislation to assist refugees following the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine this past week,
Sen. Eric Burlison Sponsors Legislation to Combat Porch Piracy
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, presented Senate Bill 919 to the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee on Monday, Feb.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 1
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 649, legislation that seeks to reduce the assessment percentage of personal property in St. Charles County.
Sen. Greg Razer Presents Texting Ban Legislation to Senate Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, presented legislation that would prohibit drivers from using cellphones while operating a vehicle on Missouri roads,
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 1, 1855, the day Central Methodist College in Fayette was incorporated by the Missouri
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 28
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators may return to redistricting this week.
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Feb. 21, 2022
Week of Feb. 21, 2022 Senate Moving Forward After several weeks of stalled activity on the Senate floor due to filibustering, legislation has once again
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 28
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 28, 1851, the day the Missouri General Assembly established the Missouri School for the
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 27
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 27, 1855, the day the Missouri Legislature placed the Missouri School for the Blind
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 26
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 26, 1781, the day former Missouri Sen. and Gov. Abraham Williams was born.
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Feb. 25, 2022
Passing a Supplemental Budget The first bill passed by the General Assembly during the 2022 legislative session has now been signed into law. On Feb.
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for the Week of Feb. 21
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses Senate Bill 672, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to workforce development, and House
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Feb. 25, 2022
First Bill of 2022 Passes The first bill passed during the 2022 session was signed by the governor. This week, the Senate approved House Bill
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 21, 2022
On the Floor The Senate began the week by observing President’s Day this week. I took the time to reflect on some our nation’s greatest
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Feb. 25, 2022
Supplemental Budget Approved This past week, the first bill to cross the legislative finish line during the 2022 session reached the governor’s desk. House Bill
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Feb. 25
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 3014, an emergency supplemental budget for the current fiscal year; Senate Bill 660,
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Feb. 25, 2022
Breaking the Logjam The past week in the Missouri Senate has brought significant accomplishment and incredible frustration. First, the good news. We finally broke through
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of Feb. 21: We Must Protect Our Elections – Now
The 2020 election was one of those watershed moments in American political history. It certainly has had consequences for the American people. Those consequences range
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Feb. 21
More legislation is making its way through the process. This week, my Senate Bill 741 was heard by the Missouri Senate Governmental Accountability and Fiscal Oversight
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Proposes Tax Exemption for Law Enforcement Officers
JEFFERSON CITY — Law enforcement officers would owe no Missouri state income tax on their salaries once legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, is
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Feb. 21, 2022
Holding the Line The Senate has now perfected the first bill of the 2022 session, a renewal of the workforce incentive program, passed a resolution
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 24
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators approve House Bill 3014, an emergency supplemental budget for the current fiscal year.
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Feb. 24, 2022
Hurry Up…and Wait! Following weeks of stalled floor discussions, cancelled hearings and weather-induced closings, nearly all of the chairs of standing Senate committees hurried to
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Feb. 24, 2022
“Not of Words but of Deeds” “I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds…” These are
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Feb. 24, 2022
Making Up for Lost Time The past few weeks have been marred by inclement weather and stalled discussions on the floor of the upper chamber,
Sen. Brian Williams’ Legislative Column for Feb. 24, 2022
Two Steps Forward The old adage, “Two steps forward, one step back,” perfectly describes the past couple of weeks in the Missouri Senate. Tasked with
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 24
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 24, 1870, the day both the College of Agriculture and the School of Mines
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 23
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 660 seeks to establish the Show-Me Success Diploma Program, the Competency-Based Education Grant Program, the Competency-Based Education Task Force and
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 23
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 23, 1853, the day the Missouri Legislature chartered Westminster College in Fulton.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 22
JEFFERSON CITY — The supplemental budget for the current fiscal year is now in the hands of Missouri senators.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 22, 1853, the day the Missouri Legislature granted charter to Washington University.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 21
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Joint Resolution 39, upon voter approval, would allow the growth in assessed values to be limited by law. Senate Joint Resolution
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Feb. 14, 2022
Week of Feb. 14, 2022 Senate Panel Restores Governor’s Pay Plan to Spending Bill On Feb. 16, the Senate Appropriations Committee restored funding for a
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 14, 2022
On the Floor It’s still slow-goings in the Missouri Senate, as filibustering continues to take up time on the Senate floor. Despite the filibustering, however,
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Feb. 18, 2022
Drawing New Congressional Districts The Missouri Senate has reached an impasse on the proposed maps outlined in House Bill 2117, and its companion, Senate Bill
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Feb. 18, 2022
Getting Back to Workforce Development The Senate returned to some level of normalcy this week as we refocused our efforts on moving legislation forward. The
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Feb. 18
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: redistricting; pressing issues; Senate Bill 672, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 17
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Joint Resolution 33, upon voter approval, would modify provisions relating to taxation.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 17
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 17, 1892, beginning of the Extra Session of the 36th General Assembly.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Feb. 14
This week, two of my proposals were heard in committee. Senate Bill 655, which was heard in the Missouri Senate Health and Pensions Committee, allows
Statement from Sen. Eric Burlison Regarding Mask Mandates in Missouri Schools
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, today issued the following statement relating to mask mandates and how they are affecting schools in the
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 16
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 672 would modify provisions relating to the Fast-Track Workforce Incentive Grant program. Senate Bill 641 seeks to enact provisions relating
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Feb. 16
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Feb. 16, 1995, the date the Missouri Senate was sent House Bill 84, also known
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Feb. 15
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators are looking ahead at a mounting number of items to follow redistricting.
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Feb. 15, 2022
The Redistricting Blues If someone had told me a week ago that I would be in Jefferson City listening to Senate floor debate on a