JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews was June 8, 1872, the day the governor calls lawmakers back into Jefferson City.
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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of June 7: Making Changes to Residency Rules
The Missouri General Assembly spent a great deal of time, over the past two years, working on changes to some of our state’s crime laws.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: June 6, 1865
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews June 6, 1865, the day the “Drake Constitution” was ratified by Missouri voters.
This Week in the Missouri Senate for June 4: Supplemental Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 16, the first measure to be signed into law this year. House Bill
This Date in Missouri Senate History: June 4, 1812
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews June 4, 1812, the day Congress established the Territory of Missouri.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: June 3, 1850
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews June 3, 1850, the day the Town of Kansas was incorporated.
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 31: Critical Race Theory, the 1619 Project and the Indoctrination of America’s Children
The last few years has seen the introduction of one deceptive and destructive cultural idea after another. First it was “wokeness,” or extreme political correctness,
This Date in Missouri Senate History: June 2, 1862
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews June 2, 1862, the day loyalty oaths were adopted in Missouri.
The Missouri Senate Minute for June 1: Supplemental Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — The first measure to come from the 2021 legislative session and be signed into law is House Bill 16, the supplemental budget
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 31, 1953
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 31, 1953, the day former Missouri Supreme Judge — and State Rep. — Ronnie
This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 28: Session Review
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 53 & 60, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the administration
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 24
Lawmakers passed several measures during the 2021 legislative session that, I believe, are of benefit to the residents of the 28th Senatorial District: Senate Bill
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 25: Session Review
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators tout public safety reform as a success from the 2021 legislative session.
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of May 24: Remembering Those Who Wore the Uniform
May 31 is Memorial Day, our nation’s most solemn holiday. It is a day when Americans across the country and overseas pause to remember, honor
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 22, 1899
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 22, 1899, the last day of the Regular Session of the 40th General Assembly.
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of May 17
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses her thoughts on the just-concluded 2021 legislative session. To download audio, please right click on
This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 21: Session Review
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the 2021 legislative session, which concluded on May 14.
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on the 2021 Legislative Session
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement relating to the First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly, which concluded
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 18: Session Review
JEFFERSON CITY — The First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly ends.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for May 17
The Missouri General Assembly concluded the 2021 legislative session by achieving several of the goals it laid out at the beginning of the year. I
“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of May 17: Session Comes to a Close
The 2021 legislative session is now in the history books. The 19 weeks that make up the regular session each year seem to fly by
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 17: The Wrong Plan at the Wrong Time
What a difference a year makes, huh? At this time last year, there was peace in the Middle East, our southern border was more secure
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for May 17
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses three measures that are heading to the governor, now that the 2021 legislative session is
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 15, 1861
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 15, 1861, final day of the Called Session of the 21st General Assembly.
This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 14: Session Ends
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: House Bill 85 & 310, a measure that would create additional protections to the right
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 14, 1932
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 14, 1932, the day Missouri’s first female, African-American Missouri senator — Gwen Giles —
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 13: Police Reform
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 53 & 60, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the administration of justice.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 13, 1807
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 13, 1807, the day Missouri’s territorial Legislature passed an act relating to divorce and
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 12: Taxes
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 66, a measure that would modify provisions relating to taxation.
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 11: Vulnerable Persons
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 432, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to protection of vulnerable persons.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 11, 1887
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 11, 1887, start of the Extra Session of the 34th General Assembly.
Sen. Hegeman’s Column for the Week of May 10: Budget Awaits Executive Action
As is said so often, the Missouri General Assembly has one constitutionally mandated job: create a balanced budget each year. This year, like most, presented
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 10: Final Week
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators have one week left in the 2021 legislative session, which will end at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 14.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 3
I am proud to say House Bill 685 is on its way to the governor. This measure seeks to change the requirements to run for
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 10, 1871
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 10, 1871, the day the Missouri Legislature established Normal School No. 2 in Warrensburg.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 8, 1884
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 8, 1884, the birth date of Harry S. Truman.
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget. To download audio, please right click the file name
This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 7: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget; The remaining week of session; House Bill 1083, a
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses her orders of protection language, which is contained in Senate Bill 71, and now on
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 7, 1848
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 7, 1848, the day former Missouri lawmaker William Stone was born.
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget and Senate Bill 585, legislation that seeks to create provisions
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 6: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Senate and House of Representative conference committees work through differences on the Fiscal Year 2022 state operating budget, which has to
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 5: Public Safety and Energy
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 59, which relates to public safety, and House Bill 697, which seeks to modify provisions for property
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 5, 1775
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 5, 1775, the day Missouri’s first governor was born.
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 4: Unemployment Overpayment
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 1083, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to unemployment compensation benefit overpayments.
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses several measures moving through the Missouri General Assembly.
Sen. Hegeman’s Column for the Week of May 3: Giving Local Governments Flexibility
I am passionate about many things in my role as a state senator, especially when it comes to aiding the many local government entities in
The Missouri Senate Minute for May 3: Budget Coming Due
JEFFERSON CITY — Lawmakers have to send Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget to the executive branch no later than 6 p.m. this Friday.
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses four issues she is watching, with only two weeks left in the 2021 legislative session.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 2, 1820
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 2, 1820, the day delegates to Missouri’s first constitutional convention were elected.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: May 1, 1899
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 1, 1899, the 84th day of the Regular Session of the 40th General Assembly.
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 30: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: The Missouri Senate version of the state’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget; Senate Bill 98,
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Senate Bill 98, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to gaming; Senate Bill 39, which
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 30, 1904
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 30, 1904, the day the Louisiana Purchase Exposition — more commonly known as the
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 26
I am happy to report my bill, Senate Bill 106, has been truly agreed to and finally passed. The measure now heads to the governor
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 29: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators create their own version of the state operating budget for Fiscal Year 2022, which is due to the executive branch
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 28: Second Amendment
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 39, legislation that seeks to create the Second Amendment Preservation Act.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 27: Gaming
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 98, which would modify provisions relating to gaming, is heard in the Missouri Senate. The measure has been set aside
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 26: Medicaid Expansion
JEFFERSON CITY — Medicaid expansion is expected to be included in budget discussion this week. Missouri senators will review the Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget
Sen. Hegeman’s Column for the Week of April 26: Working to Keep Missouri Moving
On April 22, the Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee passed its version of the 13 bills that comprise the state operating budget for the 2022 fiscal
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 24, 1931
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 24, 1931, the day a Missouri Senate bill was signed into law that created
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 19
Back in 1983, a U.S. senator referred to FDR’s court-packing plan as a “bonehead idea” and said “it was a terrible, terrible mistake to make.”
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 23: Final Month
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 254, a measure that seeks to restrict the inspection of grounds or facilities
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for the Week of April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses his thoughts on a proposed federal attempt to increase the number of justices on the U.S.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 23, 1895
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 23, 1895, the beginning of the Extra Session of the 38th General Assembly.
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bill 63, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the monitoring of certain
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 19
According to the Missouri Constitution, the Missouri General Assembly has only one job, which is to craft the state’s operating budget each year. The budget
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 22: Jobs
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 476, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to occupational license reciprocity for military members.
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 19
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses several things happening in the 33rd Senatorial District this week, as well as some visitors to
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 22, 1927
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 22, 1927, the day the Intermediate Reformatory for Young Men at Algoa was formed.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 21: SCR 16 and SB 323
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Concurrent Resolution 16, which urges federal Keystone XL pipeline approval, and Senate Bill 323, which would allow school
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 21, 1882
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 21, 1882, third day of the Extra Session of the 31st General Assembly.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 20: Agriculture
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators consider Senate Bill 254, which would restrict the inspection of grounds or facilities used for certain agricultural purposes. This measure
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 20, 1835
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 20, 1835, the day St. Louis hosted the first Missouri railroad convention.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 19: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — The final touches to the Missouri House of Representatives’ version of the state’s Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget could come from the
Sen. Hegeman’s Column for the Week of April 19: Improving Missouri’s Business Climate
As long as I have been in the Missouri Legislature, it has been my consistent goal to improve our state’s business climate. Fortunately, over the
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 19, 1878
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 19, 1878, the day the first telephone exchange was established in Missouri.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 17, 1802
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 17, 1802, the day former lawmaker John Bullock Clark, Sr., was born.
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 16: Legislative Priorities
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 57, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to funding to certain
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses Senate Bill 39 and House Bill 85, both of which are better-known as the “Second Amendment
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bill 415, which is now included in Senate Bill 71. Her measure seeks to
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses the previous week in the Missouri Senate.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 12
As the Missouri Senate continues to discuss and debate legislation, this week saw three measures move to the governor’s desk. Senate Bill 2 would modify
Sen. Brattin Calls on Congress to End MLB’s Antitrust Exemption
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, has filed legislation calling on Congress to end Major League Baseball’s (MLB) decades-old antitrust exemption under federal
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses her role on the Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee, the Missouri Senate Gubernatorial Appointments Committee and how
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 15: FY ’22 Budget
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators prepare to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 state operating budget.
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 14: Lawmaker Pay and Transportation Issues
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Joint Resolution 28, upon voter approval, would prohibit any increase in compensation for certain elected officials. Senate Bill 165 would prohibit
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for April 13
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discussing Senate Bill 36, legislation that seeks to establish the Capitol Complex Tax Credit Act; Senate Bill
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 13: Law Enforcement and Sunday Sales
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 57, which would modify provisions relating to funding to certain organizations to deter criminal behavior, and Senate
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 12: Legislative Priorities
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators move into the remaining weeks of session with a number of priorities still unanswered.
Sen. Hegeman’s Column for the Week of April 12: How Missouri Balances a Budget
We are coming down to the final weeks of the 2021 legislative session, and some of the most important work is still to come. By
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 11, 1811
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews the day Charles Daniel Drake was born. The one-time state lawmaker is best-known for his
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 9: Critical Issues
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 63, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the monitoring of certain
Statement from Sen. Rick Brattin Regarding Executive Actions Against Second Amendment Rights
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, today issued a statement relating to the president’s various executive actions and legislative proposals against Second Amendment
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of April 5
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses her thoughts on the legislative session; Senate Bill 386, which would require the State Board of
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of April 5
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses legislation currently moving through the Missouri Senate and its importance to the 4th Senatorial District.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 5
This week was a great time to meet with my constituents. I enjoy visiting with people from all parts of my district to discuss the issues
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 8: Tax Credits
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators spend time on House Bill 430, which relates to adoption tax credits.
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for April 7
To download audio, please right click on the file name and select ‘Save Target As’: Brattin-Podcast-040121 (2:39) Q: stop to it. Senator Brattin says
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 7: PDMP
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators send Senate Bill 63 to the Missouri House of Representatives for consideration. The measure seeks to modify provisions relating to