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
Author: Senate Communications
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. 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. 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. Tony Luetkemeyer Pre-files Property Tax Protections
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has pre-filed legislation to protect homeowners from runaway property tax assessments. Senator Luetkemeyer’s proposal to cap assessment
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Proposes Improvements to Election Security
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation filed by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, would make elections more secure and help prevent voter fraud in Missouri. A bill
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Files Bill Increasing Penalty for Killing K-9 Officers
JEFFERSON CITY — Taking the life of a police dog would carry additional penalties if the Legislature enacts a bill sponsored by State Sen. Tony
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Files Bill to Protect KCPD Funding
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, pre-filed legislation for the 2022 session that will shield the Kansas City Police Department from budget cuts
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Nov. 19, 2021
Traditions of Thanksgiving Of all the holidays we celebrate each year, Thanksgiving is my favorite. I love the fact that we don’t focus on giving
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Nov. 19, 2021
Sharing Thanksgiving Blessings We’ve all heard the story of the first Thanksgiving, a harvest celebration hosted by Pilgrim settlers and attended by members of a
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder to Chair Joint Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, has been tentatively named chairman of the Joint Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect. The
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Nov. 14, 2021
Turkey and Blessings The groceries are bought, the turkey has thawed and the house is picked up in anticipation of guests arriving for the holiday
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Nov. 3, 2021
A Day to Honor Veterans The humorist Will Rogers was once asked about those who, like him, had not worn the uniform of the United
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Nov. 1, 2021
Honoring America’s Veterans “The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.” Students of history will instantly recognize this as the moment in
Sen. Justin Brown Announces Grants for Industrial Hemp Producers
JEFFERSON CITY – Senator Justin Brown, R-Rolla, announces the Missouri Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for Missouri Industrial Hemp Fiber Grants, which are
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Oct. 5, 2021
Up to You, Not the Government Over the past several weeks, we’ve heard a lot of talk coming out Washington, D.C., regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer Recognizes Record-Setting High School Athletes
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, presented Senate resolutions to two Lafayette High School athletes, honoring them for their record-breaking performances. High school
Senator Jill Schupp to Host Free Health Care Event on Saturday, Oct. 2
Free Health Care Event Offers 3,000 Pounds of Food, Flu Shots, Health Screenings, Rent Assistance ST. LOUIS – State Senator Jill Schupp, D-Creve Coeur,
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer receives A+ Rating From Americans For Prosperity
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has received an A+ rating from the conservative watchdog group Americans for Prosperity. Senator Luetkemeyer received a
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder to Host “Mobile Office Day” Events
Jefferson City — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder invites residents of the 27th Senatorial District to attend a series of informal mobile office day events,
Statement from Sen. Justin Brown Regarding Federal Vaccine Mandates
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Justin Brown, R-Rolla, today issued a statement relating to the president’s announcement regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations: “I believe the White
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2021
Remembering 9/11 In just a few days, America will observe the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Although two decades have passed since 19 terrorists
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Sept. 3, 2021
We Will Never Forget I’ll never forget the elevator doors opening the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, and my colleague greeting me with “Have you
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Sept. 2, 2021
Remembering 9/11 The initial report on the radio was so strange it was hard to comprehend. A plane had struck the north tower of the
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Honored by Missouri Sheriffs
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has received an award of appreciation from the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association. The award, presented to Sen. Luetkemeyer
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Aug. 30, 2021
We Will Never Forget Never forget! These were the words Americans spoke in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks on New York City and Washington,
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Public Safety Legislation Becomes Law
JEFFERSON CITY — Public safety provisions sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, have now become state law. Senate Bill 53, which took effect Aug. 28.,
Sens. Schupp and Rehder Encourage Public Participation in Sexual Assault Survey and Hearings
Jefferson City – State Sen. Jill Schupp, D-Creve Coeur, and Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, the two Senate members appointed to serve on a task
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Aug. 18, 2021
A Backpack Full of Promise There is a fleeting moment in the life of every family that is full of hope and wonder, but also
Missouri Bicentennial: 200 Years of Statehood Celebrated at Capitol
On a hot day in August, hundreds of people gathered outside the State Capitol for a birthday party. The State of Missouri turned 200 years
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Aug. 4, 2021
Governor Signs Signature Bills With the 2021 legislative session concluded, my colleagues and I watched to see what bills the governor would veto. As it
Sen. Karla Eslinger Secures Funding for Volunteer Firefighters
JEFFERSON CITY — A program intended to help provide worker’s compensation insurance for volunteer firefighters will finally receive funding thanks to the efforts of Sen.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Honors Fallen K-9 Officer with Certificate and Proposed Law
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has presented a certificate of appreciation and condolences to the St. Joseph Police Department in honor of
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Public Safety Bill Signed into Law
JEFFERSON CITY — Police officers in Kansas City won’t have to choose between their career and their family’s happiness and security now that legislation sponsored
Sen. Justin Brown’s Boat Dock Access Bill Becomes Law
JEFFERSON CITY – Property owners on the waters of Missouri will have greater access to their docks now that legislation sponsored by Sen. Justin Brown,
Sen. Justin Brown’s Sunday Sales Bill Signed into Law
JEFFERSON CITY – Legislation sponsored by Sen. Justin Brown, R-Rolla, that expands the hours beer, wine and other liquor can be sold on Sundays has
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s COVID-19 Liability Bill Signed into Law
JEFFERSON CITY — Small businesses in Missouri can rest easier welcoming customers back now that COVID-19 liability legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville,
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of June 28, 2021
In Defense of Innocent Lives This week, the General Assembly passed legislation to renew Missouri’s Federal Reimbursement Allowance program. The FRA is a critical component
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for July 1, 2021
Negotiations in the Senate From where I stand, the Missouri Senate should not have needed to be in session last week, but we did, so
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for June 30, 2021
No Tax Dollars For Abortion The Federal Reimbursement Allowance (FRA) is a little-known, but incredibly important part of Missouri’ state budget. Last year, more than
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for June 28, 2021
Missouri: Solidly Pro-Life The Missouri General Assembly is back in session. The governor called us back to the Capitol because the Senate failed to pass
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for June 25, 2021
A Cause for Celebration Independence Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. The family gatherings, picnics, parades and, of course, the fireworks displays
Conservative Senators Ask Governor to Put Life Ahead of Hospital Tax
JEFFERSON CITY — A coalition of seven conservative, pro-life members of the Missouri Senate has sent a letter asking the governor to call the General
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of June 7, 2021
Committed to Agriculture In the weeks following the adjournment of the General Assembly in May, I’ve had an opportunity to travel around the 21st Senatorial
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Statewide PDMP Legislation Signed into Law
Senator Holly Rehder’s nine-year crusade to enact a statewide prescription drug monitoring program was fulfilled as the governor signed Senate Bill 63 into law. Senator
Sen. Justin Brown: USDA Grants Available to Help Address Urban Hunger
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Justin Brown, R-Rolla, encourages nonprofit organizations seeking to address food shortages in larger towns and cities to apply for USDA
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for May 17, 2021
The Last Gavel Falls The General Assembly adjourned its 2021 regular session on Friday, May 14, and it has been my distinct honor to represent
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s COVID-19 Liability Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
JEFFERSON CITY — COVID-19 liability legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, was passed by the General Assembly and now awaits the governor’s signature.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for May 17, 2021
Working Together For Public Safety With a fall of a gavel, the First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly came to a close last
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for May 14, 2021
The Session Ends The First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly has come to an end. Consistent with Missouri’s Constitution, we concluded our work
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for May 14, 2021
A Labor of Love The 2021 legislative session has come to a close and the General Assembly has adjourned. It’s been an amazing four-and-half months.
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for May 14, 2021
Down to the Wire It’s the final week of the 2021 legislative session and we’re coming down to the wire. There’s a mad rush to
Sen. Jill Schupp Adds Two Priority Measures to Bill Headed to the Governor
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Jill Schupp, D-Creve Coeur, successfully amended House Bill 432 to include two priority measures that benefit Missouri families. The truly
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Public Safety Bill Headed to Governor’s Desk
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 53, an omnibus public safety bill sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, was approved by the General Assembly and
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Statewide PDMP Legislation Headed to Governor
Jefferson City — With final passage of Senate Bill 63 this week, Missouri will no longer be the only state in the nation without a
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for May 10, 2021
Protection Orders Bill Passes It was a crazy busy week in the Missouri Senate this week. With the deadline for finishing the budget looming and
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of May 3, 2021
Bringing Your Tax Dollars Home The General Assembly’s attention was focused on the budget this week as we worked toward a 6 p.m. Friday deadline
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer Announces Budget Victories
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, announces the Fiscal Year 2022 budget finalized this week by the Missouri General Assembly includes several appropriations
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for May 7, 2021
Approving the Budget With a constitutional deadline looming, the General Assembly today finalized Missouri’s $34 billion operating budget for Fiscal Year 2022. As a member
Senator Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for May 7, 2021
Passing the Budget There are two critical dates that loom over every legislative session. One is the final day, which happens this year on May
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for May 7, 2021
Digging into the Budget As I prepare this report, the Missouri General Assembly will soon vote on a Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget that totals
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 30, 2021
Four Things, Two Weeks With only two weeks left in the 2021 session, I believe what looked like a log jam of legislation between the
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 30, 2021
Now Two Weeks Remaining It was a busy week in the Missouri Senate. With less than three weeks remaining in the session, each day was
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 26, 2021
Fighting the Fight This week one of the most anticipated bills of the 2021 legislative session came up for debate in the Senate chamber. The
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer: Governor Signs Bill Aimed at Attracting St. Joseph Air Force Jobs
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation co-sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, aimed at attracting a new Air Force unit to St. Joseph’s Rosecrans Memorial Airport
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Progress in the District From January through the middle of May, I travel each week to the State Capitol in Jefferson City for the legislative
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Scrambling Toward the End It’s hard to believe, but the 2021 legislative session is nearing the end. We only have three weeks left before we
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 19, 2021
Focusing on the Budget There is only one thing the Missouri Constitution requires of the State Legislature: We must pass a balanced budget. As a
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2021
Dollars for the District There are barely three weeks remaining in the 2021 legislative session, and less than two weeks before work on the state
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Advances Funding Increase For Hillyard Technical Center
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, requested $1.1 million in additional funding for the Hillyard Technical Center as part of the Senate Appropriations
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 16, 2021
Focusing on the District It’s been another busy week in the Missouri Legislature, with several late nights spent trying to reach compromises on pending legislation.
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 16, 2021
Honoring Rush We had another busy week at the Missouri State Capitol, with a couple of late night sessions. One day’s session lasted well past
Senator Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for April 15, 2021
Moving Legislation Another busy week has passed in the Missouri Senate, with a number of bills advancing through the legislative process and a few making
Luetkemeyer Legislation Redirecting Prisoner COVID-19 Stimulus Checks to Victims Passes Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, would require offenders in Missouri’s prisons to make restitution to their victims before receiving money
Sen. Denny Hoskins: Capitol Dome to Shine Purple in Honor of Military Children
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, is pleased to announce the dome of the Missouri State Capitol will be illuminated purple on Thursday,
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 9, 2021
Moving Critical Legislation This week I was honored to shepherd an important House bill relating to tax credits for adoptions, domestic violence shelters and maternity
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Selects District Winner in Senate Art Contest
JEFFERSON CITY —State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, selected artwork by Addi Grimm, a student from Kansas City’s Walden Middle School, to represent the 34th Senatorial
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for April 9, 2021
Victims Before Criminals During a legislative work week shortened one day by the Easter holiday, we engaged in several extended floor debates, with several measures
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 8, 2021
Finding Common Ground With the 2021 legislative session well past the halfway mark, I’ve had an opportunity to settle into the culture of the Senate
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 5, 2021
Honoring UCM I was honored this week to welcome a delegation from the University of Central Missouri to the Capitol. During their visit, I presented
Missouri Senate Approves Sen. Holly Rehder’s Statewide PDMP Bill
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, to create a statewide prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP), has passed out of
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Congratulates Todd Graves on Confirmation to MU Board
JEFFERSON CITY —State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, congratulates Platte county resident Todd P. Graves upon his confirmation as a member of the University of Missouri
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 1, 2021
Moving Legislation Forward We had another busy week at the Missouri State Capitol, but I must confess that my mind was, at least in part,
Sen. Justin Brown Expresses Support for MU Curator David Steelman
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Justin Brown, R – Rolla, expresses strong objections to any attempt to replace David Steelman as a member of the
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 1, 2021
A Tool to Fight Drug Abuse For eight years as a member of the House of Representatives, I fought to enact a prescription drug monitoring
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of March 29, 2021
Supporting Our Troops This week, the General Assembly sent the second completed bill of the 2021 legislative session to the governor’s desk. Senate Bill 2,
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for March 31, 2021
A Time of Resurrection Perhaps it’s because I was raised on a farm, but I’ve always loved spring. The change of temperature, the longer days
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for March 26, 2021
Legislative Session Continues The General Assembly returned from spring recess this week and quickly got to work with a full slate of committee hearings and
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for March 26, 2021
Protecting Our Kids (and our rights) With less than eight weeks remaining in the 2021 legislative session, every lawmaker is scrambling to get their proposals
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislation Exempts Stimulus Checks From State Taxes
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation presented to the Senate Ways and Means Committee this week by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, will exempt federal COVID-19 stimulus
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of March 22, 2021
Moving Legislation Forward The Legislature returned to Jefferson City this week following a one-week spring recess. During our time away from the Capitol, I was
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for March 25, 2021
Back in the Game If the 2021 legislative session was a football game, we would have just come back on the field after half-time and
Public Safety Legislation Sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Advances
JEFFERSON CITY — A measure sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, intended to address police officer shortages in the Kansas City Police Department received
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislation Redirects Inmate Stimulus Checks to Victims
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, sponsored legislation blocking inmates at Missouri prisons from pocketing federal stimulus payments intended to help Americans recover
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for March 19, 2021
Connecting with the District The Missouri Legislature meets from early January through mid-May. It’s a busy five months for elected officials, as we travel each
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of March 15, 2021
A Mid-Session Recap The Missouri General Assembly is on spring recess this week, so there was no legislative activity at the State Capitol. Most senators
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of March 8, 2021
A Taxing Week Ahead of Recess For myself, the past week felt like “win-some, lose-some” in the Missouri Senate. I was in the minority voting
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for March 12, 2021
The Halfway Mark The Missouri Legislature has reached the halfway mark in the 2021 session. Next week we begin our mid-term recess, and will return