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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Jan. 3, 2022: Doing the Heavy Lifting on Behalf of Missourians

January 3, 2022January 3, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

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

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Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Jan. 3, 2022

January 3, 2022January 3, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

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

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Dec. 30, 2021

December 30, 2021December 30, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

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

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Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Dec. 27, 2021

December 29, 2021December 29, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Denny Hoskins

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

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Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Dec. 27, 2021

December 29, 2021December 29, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Barbara Washington

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

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 28, 2021

December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

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,

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 27: Happy New Year

December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

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

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Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Dec. 23, 2021

December 23, 2021December 22, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

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

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 20: Merry Christmas

December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

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,

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Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Dec. 20

December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Sandy Crawford

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

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Season’s Greetings from Sen. White

December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 Senate CIS Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill 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

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Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Dec. 16, 2021

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Holly Rehder

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

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Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Dec. 16, 2021

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Karla Eslinger

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

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Dec. 16, 2021

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

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

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Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Dec. 13, 2021

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Denny Hoskins

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

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Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Dec. 15, 2021

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Justin Brown

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

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Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Dec. 13, 2021

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Barbara Washington

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

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 14, 2021

December 14, 2021December 14, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

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

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Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of Dec. 13: Let Us Remember the Reason for the Season

December 14, 2021December 14, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Rick Brattin

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

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 13: Letting Missourians Decide What Is Best

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

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

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Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 13, 2021

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Elaine Gannon

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

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Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for Dec. 13, 2021

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Andrew Koenig

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

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Dec. 9, 2021

December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

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

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Dec. 6: Improving a Fundamental Right and Privilege

December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

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,

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The Posts of Christmas Past

December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 A B Better Living, Columns, Senator Bill White

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

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Sen. Steven Roberts Fights for Seniors Overburdened by Rising Property Taxes

December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Steve Roberts

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

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Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Dec. 2, 2021

December 2, 2021December 3, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Elaine Gannon

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

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Dec. 1, 2021

December 1, 2021December 1, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

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,

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Nov. 29: Preparing for My Final Legislative Session

November 29, 2021November 29, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

While the Missouri General Assembly normally conducts its work from January through May during the course of the regular legislative session, lawmakers did spend some

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Nov. 23, 2021

November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Nov. 23, 2021 Interim Committee Recommends Improvements to MO HealthNet After conducting five hearings and listening to testimony from

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Nov. 23, 2021

November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

Counting Our Blessings Thanksgiving marks one of my favorite times of the year. This holiday offers each of us the opportunity to come together with

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Nov. 22: To Be Thankful in a Trying Year

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Every year that goes by, whether we realize it or not, Thanksgiving provides an increasingly rare opportunity. As we have become more mobile as a

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Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Nov. 22

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Multimedia, Senator Sandy Crawford

On Oct. 3, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared the last Thursday in November as a day of national thanksgiving. In his proclamation, he recognized that despite

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Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Nov. 19, 2021

November 19, 2021November 19, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Holly Rehder

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

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Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Nov. 19, 2021

November 19, 2021November 19, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Justin Brown

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

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Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Nov. 14, 2021

November 17, 2021November 18, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Denny Hoskins

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

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Nov. 17, 2021

November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

400 Years of Being Thankful In 1620, a group of travelers aboard a small ship called the Mayflower landed on what would one day be

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Nov. 15: Shop Locally for the Holidays

November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

For many, the Friday after Thanksgiving signals the beginning of the holiday shopping season. During this time of year, we are constantly bombarded with advertisements

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Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Nov. 8

November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Sandy Crawford

As Americans, and as Missourians, we gather on Nov. 11 each year to honor the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces.

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Nov. 10, 2021

November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Nov. 10, 2021 Statehouse Salutes to Veterans Visitors at the State Capitol certainly don’t have to look very far

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Nov. 8: Honoring Those Who Wear the Uniform

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

This Thursday is Veterans Day, a day our nation sets aside each year to recognize and thank all those, living and dead, who have answered

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Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Nov. 4, 2021

November 4, 2021November 5, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Elaine Gannon

Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Nov. 4, 2021 The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of attending committee hearings and meeting with state

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Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Nov. 3, 2021

November 3, 2021November 4, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Justin Brown

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

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Nov. 3, 2021

November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Celebrating Veterans Day Every year, on the 11th day of the 11th month, Americans pause to honor and remember those who bravely served our country

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Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Nov. 1, 2021

November 3, 2021November 4, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Denny Hoskins

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

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Nov. 1: Remember to “Fall Back” This Weekend

November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Once again, we have reached the time of year when the days are about to get shorter. We have been in autumn for a month

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Oct. 10, 2021

October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Standing Against Mandates Missouri is continuing to take a stand against federal overreach. On Oct. 28, the governor signed an executive order preventing his administration

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Oct. 28, 2021

October 28, 2021October 29, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Oct. 28, 2021 Interim Committee Conducts Final Hearing After conducting its fifth and final hearing on Oct. 20, the

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Oct. 25: A Troubling Intrusion

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

For the past year and a half, our country has endured a pandemic. Unfortunately, when it looks like the worst is behind us, something stops

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Oct. 21, 2021

October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Improving Accountability in Missouri’s Medicaid Program One of the biggest costs to Missouri is the state’s Medicaid program, also known as MO HealthNet. The program

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Oct. 18: Why You Should “Buy Missouri”

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

We have heard so many stories about local businesses having a hard time staying open, in part because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and also because

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Oct. 14, 2021

October 14, 2021October 14, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Helping Businesses The past year has presented many challenges for our state’s business community. From COVID-19, supply chain disruptions and staffing issues, some businesses have

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Oct. 14, 2021

October 14, 2021October 15, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Oct. 14, 2021 Interim Committee Hears from MO HealthNet Leaders The Senate Interim Committee on Medicaid Accountability and Taxpayer

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Oct. 11: Money Back After You Fuel Up

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

For the last several years, a lot of people have been looking at ways to improve Missouri’s roads and bridges. At the forefront has been

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Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Oct. 5, 2021

October 5, 2021October 6, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Holly Rehder

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.

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Sen. Greg Razer’s Update on Accessing MO HealthNet Coverage

October 5, 2021October 5, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Greg Razer

Accessing MO HealthNet Coverage After months of hard-fought battles, certain Missourians can finally begin to access health care coverage guaranteed to them under the state constitution.

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Oct. 4: Redrawing the State’s Legislative Boundaries

October 4, 2021October 4, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Among the priorities already in place for the 2022 legislative session is the redrawing of the state’s congressional districts. Every 10 years, the federal government

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Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Sept. 27, 2021

October 1, 2021October 1, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Barbara Washington

Week of Sept. 27, 2021 Since August 28, many of the bills passed by the General Assembly and signed by the governor have become law

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 30, 2021

September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Recognizing Our Korean War Veterans Following in the shadow of World War II, the Korean War is often referred to as the “Forgotten War,” but

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 30, 2021

September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 30, 2021 Senate Interim Committee Issues Report Outlining Recommendations On Monday, Sept. 27, the Missouri Senate Interim Committee

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Sept. 27: Harvest Time Is Upon Us

September 27, 2021September 27, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Believe it or not, it is almost October. The days are quickly growing shorter, the air is getting cooler and our wonderful farmers are beginning

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 24, 2021

September 24, 2021October 21, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Standing Up For Missouri Values On Saturday, Sept. 18, our state celebrated 200 years of statehood with a parade, a ball and other festivities in

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Sept. 20: Veto Session Comes and Goes

September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Each year, the Missouri General Assembly gets the opportunity to review those bills that were given the “thumbs down” from the governor. It is a

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Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Sept. 13, 2021

September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Barbara Washington

Week of Sept. 13, 2021 Lawmakers returned to the Missouri State Capitol on Wednesday, Sept. 15, for the annual, constitutionally-mandated veto session. This session provides

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 17, 2021

September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White, Uncategorized

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 17, 2021 Annual Veto Session Concludes With the pounding of the Senate gavel, the annual veto session concluded.

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 16, 2021

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Recapping the 2021 Veto Session State lawmakers returned to the State Capitol on Wednesday, Sept. 15, for our annual veto session. This usually day-long session

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Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Sept. 16, 2021

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Elaine Gannon

Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Sept. 16, 2021 Annual Veto Session Convenes This week, I returned to my home under the dome in Jefferson

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 15, 2021

September 15, 2021September 15, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Protecting Your Personal Liberty On Sept. 9, the president made an announcement that businesses with at least 100 employees must require their workers to be

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Sept. 13: To Override or Not to Override

September 13, 2021September 13, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Every year, the Legislature has the opportunity to revisit any of the bills that were vetoed by the governor. It is a part of our

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 10, 2021

September 10, 2021September 10, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

The Work Remains A farmer’s work is never really done. Whether it’s raising livestock, harvesting crops, cleaning barns, maintaining equipment or one of the other

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 9, 2021

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Helping End Food Insecurity in Missouri In 2019, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated that roughly 12% of Missouri households faced food insecurity, meaning they

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Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2021

September 8, 2021September 8, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

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

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Sept. 6: Too Many Jobs, Not Enough People

September 6, 2021September 3, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

As I travel through the great northwest part of our state, I hear a familiar theme from employers. Throughout most of this year, they have

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Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Sept. 3, 2021

September 3, 2021September 7, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Holly Rehder

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

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Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Sept. 2, 2021

September 2, 2021September 2, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Justin Brown

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

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 2, 2021

September 2, 2021September 2, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 2, 2021 Upcoming Events in the Capital City I’ll be travelling to Jefferson City in the coming weeks

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Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Aug. 30, 2021

September 1, 2021September 1, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Denny Hoskins

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,

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Aug. 30: Labor Day and the American Spirit

August 30, 2021August 30, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

On Monday, Sept. 6, the United States will celebrate Labor Day, a holiday honoring the service of workers throughout history. It’s a time for many

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Aug. 25, 2021

August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Improving Access To Reliable Internet There’s no question that we live in a digital age. On a daily basis, I’m sure many of us use

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Aug. 24, 2021

August 24, 2021August 24, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Recognizing A Gold Star School As a lawmaker, one of my top priorities is ensuring our students are able to receive a quality education. I

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Aug. 23: Celebrating 200 Years of the Show-Me State

August 23, 2021August 23, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Missouri recently celebrated its 200th birthday. America is still a young country, especially when compared to some nations. Younger still is the state we are

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 20, 2021

August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White, Uncategorized

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 20, 2021 New Laws Take Effect Aug. 28 The new laws passed by the General Assembly during the

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Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Aug. 18, 2021

August 18, 2021August 19, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Justin Brown

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

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Sen. Lincoln Hough’s Legislative Column for Aug. 17: Missouri’s Future Is Based on Today’s Education

August 17, 2021August 18, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Lincoln Hough

Throughout my life, the value of a good education has been instilled in me by my parents. My dad is an educator by trade and

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Aug. 16: Improving Our State’s Aging Infrastructure

August 16, 2021August 16, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

Those who know me know how passionate I am about our state’s infrastructure, and making sure it keeps up with the demand of the Show-Me

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Aug. 11, 2021

August 11, 2021August 11, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

  Celebrating 200 Years of Statehood On Aug. 10, we marked the state’s 200th anniversary of statehood. It was on that day all the way

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Aug. 9: Back to School

August 10, 2021August 10, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

We have reached the month of August. For many parents and teachers, this means summer is winding down and school is about to start. Normally,

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Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Aug. 4, 2021

August 4, 2021August 5, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

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

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Aug. 3, 2021

August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Celebrating 200 Years of Statehood The summer is quickly coming to an end, and the school year is right around the corner. Soon, cold weather

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 3, 2021

August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 3, 2021 Happy Birthday, Missouri! Missouri will officially observe the 200th anniversary of its admittance into the Union

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of Aug. 2: The State Fair Returns

August 2, 2021August 2, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

For nearly a year and a half, we have heard the term “the new normal” more times than we can count. The ongoing pandemic has

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 29, 2021

July 29, 2021July 30, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 29, 2021 Senate Interim Committee on Medicaid Accountability and Taxpayer Protection to Conduct Second Hearing The newly formed

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of July 26: The Time Has Come

July 26, 2021July 26, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

COVID-19 is still here. For nearly a year and a half, all of us have made sacrifices to one degree or another. We have chosen

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Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of July 19, 2021

July 23, 2021July 23, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Barbara Washington

Week of July 19, 2021 In 2005, Congress passed the REAL ID Act to help strengthen security standards for state-issued licenses and IDs following the

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 21, 2021

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Improving Our State’s Aging Infrastructure System Earlier this month, the governor signed legislation into law raising the state’s gas tax for the first time in

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“Highlights with Hegeman” for the Week of July 19: Improving Foster Care and Adoption Rules

July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Senator Dan Hegeman

The role of state government, in my opinion, is to provide for those in our state who cannot provide for themselves, such as the elderly,

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Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 16, 2021

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 A B Columns, Headline News, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 16, 2021 Missouri Salutes Veterans with New Law Veterans, active duty military and members of the National Guard

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Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of July 12, 2021

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Barbara Washington

Week of July 12, 2021 In 2019, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated that roughly 12% of Missouri households faced food insecurity, which means they

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Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for July 15, 2021

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Andrew Koenig

Governor Signs School Choice Legislation Into Law On Wednesday, July 14, Governor Parson signed House Bill 349 into law. House Bill 349 creates Empowerment Scholarship

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 14, 2021

July 14, 2021July 14, 2021 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Staying Connected in the Digital Age Over the past year, we’ve seen the power of the internet in our modern world. Whether it was connecting

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Governor Signs Senate Bill 63 into Law

JEFFERSON CITY - Legislation designed to help families and those struggling with substance use disorders was signed into law by the governor. Senate Bill 63 establishes a statewide prescription drug monitoring program to help health care professionals monitor the dispensation of opioids and other prescribed controlled substances to their patients.

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