March 13, 2025

As we come to the mid-point in this year’s legislative session, I am happy to report that the Missouri Senate has functioned well. The last few sessions have been challenging, so this session has been a breath of fresh air. We have sent several bills to the Missouri House of Representatives for their consideration and they, in turn, have sent many bills to us. We have hit a few bumps in the road, but keep moving forward. We have been unable to do that the past couple of years.

Next week, we will be on a legislative break. It is much needed after working hard over the past several weeks. I filed 29 bills this year, which is way too many. I keep very busy preparing those bills for hearings. To date, 20 of them have had Senate hearings, and one has had a House hearing. I have a full calendar every day and spend several hours a week attending committee hearings. A lot of time is dedicated to meeting with constituents as they share their concerns about various topics. On top of office work, we are also in session debating bills every day. It is a lot to keep up with, but I enjoy keeping busy.

It is hard to believe that we are halfway through session and next year will be my final session in the General Assembly. I plan to continue to work hard, pass needed legislation and enjoy my final two legislative sessions. It is an honor to serve in the Missouri Senate and something I will never forget.

If you would like to see the bills we have passed over to the House this session, you can use the following link All Senate Bills First Read in House.

 I am honored to serve as your senator in the Missouri Senate. If, at any time, you have questions, concerns or ideas regarding state government, please feel free to contact me at 573-751-8793 or Sandy.Crawford@senate.mo.gov.

This week’s visitors to the Capitol

Bolivar DAV, Chapter 66
 Roger Swank, Mike Hughes, Theresa Greene, Sen, Crawford
 and Vanek Star

DAV Members
 Alvin Hillis, Scott County; Tim Dollins, Newton County;
 Sen. Crawford; and David Bozarth, Cedar County

NUCOR Steel, Sedalia
 Todd Katz, Cathy Waddell, Sen. Crawford, John Bianculli,
 Steven Archambault, Eric Shatto and Chasen Manchester

County Clerks
 Adrienne Lee, Vernon County; Rachel Lightfoot, Polk County;
 Sen. Crawford; and Shane Schoeller, Greene County

Missouri School Board Association, Nevada
 Joy Haun, Sen. Crawford and Lois Pendrak

Missouri School Board Association, Bolivar
 Superintendent Dr. Michael Methvin, Sen. Crawford,
 Jillian Scott, Sheila Anderson and Paula Hubbert

Boys and Girls Club of Sedalia
 Emily Schmidt, Sen. Crawford and Patrick Stewart

Dallas County Technical Center
 Teegan Cannucci, Jacklynn Moser. Taylor Criswell,
 Abby Macella, Sen. Crawford, Jamie Martin and Chuck Martin

Northeast Vernon County R-1 Superintendent Jason Irwin
  Sen. Crawford and
 Sheldon R-8 School Superintendent Jason Irwin

Walnut Grove MSTA’s Mary Dotson and Sen. Crawford

Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield’s
 Journey Smith, Sen. Crawford and Coxhealth, Buffalo’s
 Christy Gorman

Senator Crawford and Nevada City Manager Gary Edwards

Kent and Diane Oberkrom from Henry County and
 Sen. Crawford
 Kent was appointed to the Board of Probation and Parole.

Warsaw Assistant Superintendent Shannon Deckard,
 Sen. Crawford and Warsaw Superintendent Scott Gemes

County Collectors
 David Broderson, Benton County; Karen Stokes,
 Hickory County; Sen. Crawford; and Darlene Shipp,
 Chariton County

UM System Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol
 Senator Crawford and Justin Fausto from Pleasant Hope

Springfield Chamber Executive Board Committee

Registration opens March 12 for MDC’s free April paddlefish snagging clinic in Warsaw

The popular clinic, scheduled for April 19, will teach newcomers the basics of snagging and give them time to practice their skills on the water.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC)’s free paddlefish snagging clinic in Warsaw is always a popular program, and registration fills up fast. This year, MDC encourages anyone interested to sign up quickly when registration opens on Wednesday, March 12. The clinic itself will be held on Saturday, April 19 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Warsaw Community Building.

This clinic is for first-time participants to learn about paddlefish, snagging gear and techniques and how to clean their harvested fish. They will then then go snagging for two hours with the help of MDC staff on the upper end of Lake of the Ozarks. MDC will provide boats and equipment.

Two clinic sessions will be offered with staggered start times. One registration online reserves up to four spots on a snagging boat, so participants are encouraged to sign up in groups. MDC will contact the registrant to verify how many people are in their party and their session preference. The sessions are as follows:

Session 1: Classroom learning at 8 a.m., snagging trip from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Session 2: Classroom learning at 10:30 a.m., snagging trip from 1-3 p.m.

Register for either session at https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/206385. Lunch will not be provided.

Depending on the number of people in each registered party, there may be additional spots available even when registration appears full. People are encouraged to join the waiting list through the registration link and email mark.miller@mdc.mo.gov with their phone number and session preference. MDC will contact those on the wait list based on availability.

Participants must have a valid Missouri fishing permit unless they fall in an exemption category. Life jackets are required when on the water. Life jackets will be provided, or participants can bring their own. Youths ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information, contact Mark Miller, MDC conservation educator, at mark.miller@mdc.mo.gov. The Warsaw Community Building is located at 181 W Harrison St. in Warsaw.

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