JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 2, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to the Missouri Works program. Another
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Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for Jan. 27, 2021
My Priorities for the 2021 Legislative Session The 2021 legislative session is well underway, and we are beginning to discuss legislation in committee hearings. At
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 27, 1879
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 27, 1879, end of the third week of the Regular Session of the 30th
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Calls on State to Increase Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has called on Dr. Randall Williams, director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS),
Statement from Sen. Rick Brattin Regarding Senate Bill 66
Statement from Senator Rick Brattin Regarding Senate Bill 66 JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, issued a statement relating to a public safety
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report, for the Week of Jan. 25: Working for You
The annual legislative session is off and running at the State Capitol in Jefferson City. For the next five months, the Missouri Senate and House
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 26: Public Safety
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Judiciary and Civil & Criminal Jurisprudence Committee hears Senate Bill 53 and Senate Bill 60, both of which pertain
Sen. Lincoln Hough Receives Appointment to Two Statewide Committees
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, has been appointed to two statewide committees, the Missouri Tourism Commission and the Missouri Health Facilities Review
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Proposes Tax Protections and Renews Call for Statewide Term Limits
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has filed two additional measures for consideration during the 2021 legislative session. One new proposal would expand
Video: Sen. Brian Williams Explains SB 60
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Brian Williams, D-University City, holds a news conference to explain details of Senate Bill 60, legislation that would create and
Sen. Greg Razer Files COVID-19 Tax Relief Bill
Senator Greg Razer Files COVID-19 Tax Relief Bill JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, filed legislation that would exempt COVID-19 stimulus payments
Audio: Sen. Mike Cierpiot Discusses SB 30
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Mike Cierpiot, R-Lee’s Summit, discusses the beginning of the 2021 legislative session, and Senate Bill 30, which would establish the
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 26, 1849
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 26, 1849, the day the Jackson-Napton resolutions were introduced in the Missouri Senate.
Sen. Dan Hegeman’s Weekly Column, for the Week of Jan. 25: Keeping Everyone Safe at the Capitol
There have been a lot of questions about safety protocols at the Capitol this year, as the coronavirus pandemic stretches into its second year. Rest
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley’s Legislative Column for Jan. 25, 2021
My Priorities for the 2021 Legislative Session We have completed the first three weeks of the First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly. While
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 25: Education Measures
JEFFERSON CITY — The first legislation for 2021 is voted out of committee. These measures could soon be discussed on the floor of the Missouri
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for Jan. 25, 2021
Tackling Priority Legislation The 101st General Assembly began its third week with only the Senate being in session. With the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 25, 1837
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 25, 1837, the day the Legislature created the Missouri State Medical Association.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 24, 1877
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews was Jan. 24, 1877, beginning of the third week of the Regular Session of the
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 23, 1829
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 23, 1829, the day the Legislature created the Missouri State Library.
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder Discusses Legislation Heard in Committee This Week
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses some of the legislation to receive committee hearings this week. To download audio, please
Sen. Jeanie Riddle’s Capitol Report for the Week of Jan. 18, 2021
Protecting Our State’s Business Community Missouri is home to numerous businesses and manufacturing companies that create products used throughout the world. These businesses, big and
This Week in the Missouri Senate for Jan. 22: Committees Begin
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 51 and Senate Bill 42, both of which relate to COVID liability; Senate
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 22, 2021
For the Consideration of the Committee So far this year, over 400 pieces of legislation have been filed in the Missouri Senate. These bills cover
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin Discusses SB 39
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses his support for Senate Bill 39, the Second Amendment Preservation Act, which seeks to create additional
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley Receives Committee Assignments
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, announced she has received her Senate committee assignments for the 101st General Assembly. Senator Mosley has
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Jan. 22, 2021
Protecting Missouri’s Health Care Heroes and Small Businesses We’re three weeks into the 2021 legislative session and this week’s schedule was packed full of committee
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 22, 1875
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 22, 1875, beginning of the third week of the Regular Session of the 28th
Sen. Karla May’s May Report for the Week of Jan. 18, 2021
On Jan. 20, 2021, Americans came together to witness the swearing of a new presidential administration. While each presidential inauguration is special and historic in
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast, for the Week of Jan. 18
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses the first legislation heard in committee this week: Senate Bill 1 and Senate Bill 51.
Senator Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Jan. 18, 2021
The Legislative Process Begins With a delayed start due to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, the Missouri Senate hit the ground running
Sen. Eric Burlison Receives 100 Percent Rating from the American Conservative Union Foundation
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce he has received a 100 percent rating from the American Conservative Union Foundation
Senator Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Jan. 21, 2021
The Legislative Process Begins The Senate returned to Jefferson City following the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and quickly got to work with committee hearings,
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report, for the Week of Jan. 18
This week saw the first committee hearings of the 2021 legislative session. It normally takes a little time to get things moving in a new
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 21: Public Health
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Health and Pensions Committee hears several measures pertaining to public health, including Senate Bill 12.
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 21, 2021
An Important Part of the Legislative Process This past week marked the beginning of an important aspect of our work in Jefferson City — committee
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 21, 1826
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 21, 1826, the day marking the final time the Missouri Senate would meet in
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Presents COVID-19 Liability Bill
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has introduced legislation to protect frontline health care workers, first responders and small businesses from civil liability
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 20: COVID Liability
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Judiciary and Civil & Criminal Jurisprudence Committee hears some of the first measures for consideration this year. Both Senate
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 20, 1874
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 20, 1874, end of the second week of the Adjourned Session of the 27th
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 19: Committees Begin
JEFFERSON CITY — The first committees of the 2021 legislative session start today.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 19, 1873
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 19, 1873, the end of the third week of the Regular Session of the
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 18: Committees Begin
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators are not in Jefferson City today. They plan to return tomorrow, following the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 18, 1871
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 18, 1871, beginning of the third week of the Regular Session of the 26th
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 17, 1857
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 17, 1857, the day Columbia Baptist Female College — now known as Stephens College
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 16, 1860
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 16, 1860, final day of the Adjourned Session of the 20th General Assembly.
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger Discusses Committee Assignments
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses her committee assignments for this General Assembly and visiting the Capitol. To download audio, please
Senator Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 11, 2021
Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 11, 2021 The First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly began on Jan. 6, 2021. On the
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder Discusses Committee Assignments
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses her committee assignments for this session and scheduled meetings with all of the state representatives
This Week in the Missouri Senate for Jan. 15: Session Underway
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the first full week of the 2021 session.
Senate President Pro Tem Dave Schatz and Majority Floor Leader Caleb Rowden Issue Statement on Senate Schedule for Next Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JAN. 15, 2021 Senate President Pro Tem Dave Schatz and Majority Floor Leader Caleb Rowden Issue Statement on Senate Schedule for Next
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for Jan. 15, 2021
Blessings and Opportunities The second week of the 2021 legislative session began with the governor’s inauguration ceremony on the south lawn of the State Capitol.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 15, 1870
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 15, 1870, second week of the Adjourned Session of the 25th General Assembly.
Sen. Sandy Crawford to Serve on Several Missouri Senate Committees
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, announced she has received her committee assignments for the 101st General Assembly. Senator Crawford will once again
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Jan. 14, 2021
Getting to Work For You What began as a cold, gray morning transformed into a beautiful day, with sunshine and blue skies, as elected officials
Sen. Caleb Rowden’s Legislative Column for the Week of Jan. 11, 2021
The 2021 Legislative Session Begins The First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly officially began on Wednesday, Jan. 6. I was proud to once
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report, for the Week of Jan. 11
The Bicentennial Inauguration of the 57th Governor of Missouri Jan. 11, 2021 Missouri State Capitol Missouri State University Chorale perform at the 2021 Bicentennial Inauguration.
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Jan. 14, 2021
Marching Orders The second week of the 101st General Assembly has just concluded. In a typical year, the first few weeks of session tend to
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 14: Session Underway
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators are looking ahead to the next step in this legislative session: committee hearings, which are now set to begin next
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Jan. 14, 2021
The 2021 Legislative Session Gets Underway Legislative activity is beginning to pick up at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. The 2021 legislative session
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 14, 2021
Inauguration Day in the Show-Me State On Monday, Jan. 11, members of the General Assembly, Missouri’s congressional delegation, the public and others convened on the
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Jan. 14, 2021
The 2021 Session Begins The 2021 legislative session is now underway in Jefferson City. Lawmakers returned to the Capitol on Jan. 6 for the start
Sen. Denny Hoskins to Chair Senate Economic Development Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, has been named chairman of the Missouri Senate Committee on Economic Development. As chairman, Sen. Hoskins will
Sen. Karla May to Serve on Appropriations Committee
Senator Karla May to Serve on Appropriations Committee JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, announced that she will be serving on the
Sen. Eric Burlison Named Chair of Small Business and Industry Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, was recently chosen by Missouri Senate leadership to chair the Senate Small Business and Industry Committee. This
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 14, 2021
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 14, 2021 Proud to be a Missourian This week began with a bit of pomp and circumstance as
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 14, 2021
A Proud Day for the Show-Me State On Monday, Jan. 11, I was proud and humbled to preside over the inauguration of Missouri’s 57th governor.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Continues Judiciary Committee Chairmanship
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has been renamed chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee for the 101st General Assembly. As chairman, Sen.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 14, 1869
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 14, 1869, second week of the Regular Session of the 25th General Assembly.
Sen. Karla Eslinger Receives Committee Assignments
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, has been appointed to serve on four standing committees of the Missouri Senate during the 101st General
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Jan. 11, 2020
New Beginnings The second week of the 2021 legislative session was much more focused on practical legislative matters than in some past years, when the
Sen. Bill White Named Chair of the Senate Seniors, Families, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee
Senator Bill White Named Chair of the Senate Seniors, Families, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee Jefferson City — State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, has been
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 13: Session Underway
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators have a hefty agenda for the 2021 legislative session. Most lawmakers believe the coronavirus pandemic will drive most legislation.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 13, 1875
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 13, 1875, the day former Missouri Sen. Michael Kinney of St. Louis was born.
Sen. Bill White Files Resolution Asking Congress to Call a Convention of States to Amend the U.S. Constitution
For Immediate Release: Jan. 12, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Files Resolution Asking Congress to Call a Convention of States to Amend
Sen. Rick Brattin Appointed to the Missouri Veterans’ Commission
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, has been appointed to the Missouri Veterans’ Commission by the Missouri Senate president pro tem. The Missouri
Video: Sen. Bob Onder Introduces SB 378
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, introduces Senate Bill 378 on the floor of the Missouri Senate. His proposal would modify
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 12: Session Underway
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators await their committee assignments for the 101st General Assembly. These could come yet this week.
Sen. Bob Onder Files Legislation to Require Paper Ballots
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, has filed legislation to require paper ballots to be used in Missouri elections. The legislation
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 12, 1868
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 12, 1868, end of the first week of the Adjourned Session of the 24th
Sen. Mike Cierpiot Encourages Jackson County Residents and Workers to Consider Filling Out COVID-19 Vaccine Survey
Senator Mike Cierpiot Encourages Jackson County Residents and Workers to Consider Filling Out COVID-19 Vaccine Survey JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Mike Cierpiot, R–Lee’s Summit,
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 11: Senate Rules
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators take care of a bit of housekeeping, in their first “official” day of session, with adoption of Senate Resolution 4.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 11, 1865
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 11, 1865, the day Missouri abolished slavery.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 10, 1867
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 10, 1867, beginning of the second week of the First Session of the 24th
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 9, 1865
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews was Jan. 9, 1865, beginning of the third week of the Regular Session of the
Sen. Holly Rehder’s Legislative Column for Jan. 8, 2021
The People Are My Priority In southeast Missouri, we’re used to traveling long distances before we reach a destination, but that was hardly the case
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder Discusses Legislative Priorities
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses her goals for the 2021 legislative session, which started on Jan. 6. To download
Record Number of Women Now Serving in Missouri Senate
When the First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly of the State of Missouri convened on Jan. 6, nearly one-third of the 34 desks
This Week in the Missouri Senate for Jan. 8: Session Begins
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the first week of the 2021 legislative session, which started on Jan. 6.
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins Discusses Legislative Priorities
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses some of his goals for the 2021 legislative session, which started on Jan. 6. To
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger Discusses Legislative Priorities
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses her goals as the new senator for the 33rd Senatorial District. To download audio, please
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Jan. 8, 2021
Returning to Work The 2021 legislative session has begun. New and reelected members of the Senate took the oath of office on Jan. 6, though
Sen. Jason Bean Takes the Oath of Office to Serve the 25th Senatorial District
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Jason Bean, R-Holcomb, took the oath of office and was sworn in as a member of the 101st General Assembly
This Date in Missouri Senate History: Jan. 8, 1863
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 8, 1863, third week of the Regular Session of the 22nd General Assembly.
Sen. Eric Burlison Shares His Goals for the 2021 Legislative Session
Wednesday, Jan. 6 marked the first day of the First Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly. To begin this session, I wanted to talk
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report, for the Week of Jan. 4
This week, my colleagues and I returned to Jefferson City to begin the 2021 legislative session. Opening week tends to be a bit shorter, with
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington Begins Term as State Senator
Senator Barbara Anne Washington Begins Term as State Senator Jefferson City — State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, took the oath of office on
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Jan. 7, 2021
The 2021 Legislative Session Begins It’s the start of a new year and a new legislative session. On Jan. 6, the First Regular Session of
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of Jan. 4, 2021
The 101st General Assembly Begins This week, legislators returned to the Capitol for the start of the 101st General Assembly. Activity in the Senate got
The Missouri Senate Minute for Jan. 7: Session Begins
JEFFERSON CITY — With the 2021 session underway, Missouri senators start to look at how to tackle their priorities.