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.
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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.
Sen. Elaine Gannon Discusses the Past Week in the Missouri Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Elaine Gannon, R-De Soto, discusses several pieces of legislation moving through the General Assembly in this week’s episode of “Keeping
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
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
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.
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
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
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 6: Education
JEFFERSON CITY — More time may soon be dedicated to Senate Bill 55, 23 & 25, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to elementary
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 5: Critical Issues
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 138, which would modify the law relating to work requirements for participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and Senate
This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 2: Priority Issues
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 53 & 60, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to law
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of March 29
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Senate Bill 494, legislation that would modify provisions relating to the placement of veteran designations on
The Missouri Senate Minute for April 1: Personal Delivery Devices
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 176, which would enact provisions relating to personal delivery devices. Another positive vote would
This Date in Missouri Senate History: April 1, 1872
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 1, 1872, the last day of the 26th General Assembly’s adjourned session.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 31: Unemployment and Bus Safety
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 622, which would modify the duration of unemployment benefits, based on the unemployment rate, and Senate Bill 609, which would
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 31, 1875
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 31, 1875, third day of the Special Session of the 28th General Assembly.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 30: Law Enforcement and PDMP
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators approve Senate Bill 53 & 60, legislation that would modify provisions relating to law enforcement officers. They also give first-round
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 30, 1927
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 30, 1927, the day the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation designating the bluebird as
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 29: Budget Coming
JEFFERSON CITY — Among the priorities for Missouri senators is the Fiscal Year 2022 state operating budget, which has to be completed by May 7.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 29, 1883
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 29, 1883, the day the Missouri General Assembly creates the State Board of Health.
This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 26: Second Half
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 53 & 60, legislation that seeks to would modify provisions relating to law
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses several measures heard either in committee or discussed on the floor of the Missouri Senate this
Audio: Sen. Doug Beck’s Podcast for the Week of March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Doug Beck, D-St. Louis, discusses Senate Bill 188, which seeks to establish a tax credit for grocery stores in a
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of March 22
We have moved into the second half of the 2021 legislative session, which means longer days and nights discussing legislation, plus more bills coming not
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 25: Public Health
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 12, 20, 21, 31, 56, 67 & 68 would modify provisions relating to public health. The proposal receives lengthy debate
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 25, 1905
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 25, 1905, the day the Northwest Missouri State Teachers College in Maryville is created
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 24: Law Enforcement
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 53 & 60, which would modify provisions relating to law enforcement officers, receives preliminary Missouri Senate approval. Another “yes” vote
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 24, 1911
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 24, 1911, the day the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation to pay for a
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 23: Liquor Sales
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give Senate Bill 283 first-round approval. This measure seeks to modify provisions relating to liquor sales.
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, tracks the status of important legislation and gives an update on upcoming COVID-19 vaccinations in St.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 23, 1903
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 23, 1903, the day the Legislature passed a measure requiring licensing vehicles.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 22: Benefit Overpayment
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators may consider a measure that relates to COVID-19. Senate Bill 481 would create new provisions relating to the recovery of
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 22, 1913
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 22, 1913, the day Missouri’s official state flag was adopted.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 21, 1826
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 21, 1826, the day the Missouri General Assembly met in St. Charles for the
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 20, 1907
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 20, 1907, the day the Missouri Legislature established the Missouri Library Commission.
This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 19: Mid-Session
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews several undecided measures, as lawmakers reach the halfway mark of the 2021 legislative session: Senate
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 19, 1870
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 19, 1870, the day the First District Normal School was established by the Missouri
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 18: SB 63 and SB 145
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 63 would modify provisions relating to the monitoring of certain controlled substances. Senate Bill 145 would create new provisions of
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 17: SB 53 & 60
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 53, which would modify provisions relating to law enforcement officers, now includes Senate Bill 60, which would create and modify
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 17, 1905
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 17, 1905, the day the Southwest Missouri State Teachers College was established in Springfield.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 16: SB 12 and SB 78
JEFFERSON CITY— Missouri senators’ mid-session recess continues. Senate Bill 12 would modify provisions relating to public health. Senate Bill 78 would modify the process for
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 15: SB 10 and SB 57
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators have reached the halfway mark of the 2021 legislative session. Among the measures yet decided are Senate Bill 10, which
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of March 8
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses the first half of the 2021 legislative session and Senate Bill 63, which would put
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for the Week of March 8
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses Senate Bill 152, legislation that would modify provisions relating to education; Senate Bill 153 & 97,
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 15, 1907
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 15, 1907, the day state representatives approved a Missouri Senate resolution that gave the
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 14, 1782
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 14, 1782, the day Thomas Hart Benton was born.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 13, 1915
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 13, 1915, the day the Missouri Commission for the Blind was created.
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of March 8
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses several pieces of legislation as the Missouri General Assembly completes the first half of the
This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 12: First Half
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 24, legislation that would reduce the personal property assessment rate from 33.3 to
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of March 8
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Senate Joint Resolution 16, which — if approved by Missouri voters — would amend the Missouri
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 12, 1849
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 12, 1849, the day the Missouri-Pacific Railroad was chartered.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 11: Wayfair
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 153 & 97 seeks to modify provisions relating to taxation. Missouri senators discussed this proposal on March 10.
Video: Sen. Onder Presents SB 224
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, presents Senate Bill 224 to the Missouri Senate Health and Pensions Committee. His legislation would
Video: Sen. Onder Presents SB 403
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, presents Senate Bill 403 to the Missouri Senate Health and Pensions Committee. His proposal seeks
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 10: Transportation Issues
JEFFERSON CITYy — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 262 and the Missouri Senate Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee hears Senate Bill 317.
Video: Sen. Bob Onder Adds an Amendment to SB 128
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, offers an amendment during discussion on Senate Bill 128, which relates to Missouri correctional centers.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 9: Personal Property Taxes
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 24, which relates to personal property taxes.
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 9, 1899
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 9, 1899, the day the State Historical Society of Missouri was incorporated.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 8: Preview
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators are looking at what could be a busy week for them, before they adjourn for their annual mid-session recess next
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 8, 1988
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 8, 1988, Missouri’s first foray into a presidential primary, after years of holding a
Audio: Sen. Karla May’s Podcast for the Week of March 1
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, discusses several measures making their way through the Missouri Senate this week.
Audio: Sen. Rick Brattin’s Podcast for the Week of March 1
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, discusses the need for Missouri lawmakers to consider tax cuts. To download audio, please right click
This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 5: Education
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 152, legislation that would modify provisions of the Missouri Education Savings Program; Senate
Audio: Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Podcast for the Week of March 1
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses Senate Bill 585, legislation that would create provisions relating to funding allocations for institutions of higher
Audio: Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Discusses Important Legislation
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, discusses Senate Bill 180, legislation that would modify provisions relating to the adoption and review of
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of March 1
As the calendar turns to March, we are seeing more legislation make its way through the legislative process. We have already completed two months of
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 4: Education Assistance
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 43 would require health benefit plans to cover at least those hearing aids covered for those receiving benefits under MO
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 4, 1849
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 4, 1849, the day a Missourian served as U.S. president — if only for
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 3: Education Savings
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 152, a measure that seeks to modify provisions of the Missouri Education Savings Program.
Audio: Sen. Holly Rehder Discusses SB 55
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bill 55, 23 & 25, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to elementary
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 2: Agriculture
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Agriculture, Food Production and Outdoor Resources Committee hears Senate Bill 140, legislation that would authorize a tax credit for
This Date in Missouri Senate History: March 2, 1860
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 2, 1860, fifth day of the Called Session of the 20th General Assembly.
The Missouri Senate Minute for March 1: Education
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators plan to revisit Senate Bill 55, 23 & 25 this week.
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins Discusses SB 26
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses Senate Bill 26, which would create provisions relating to public safety, and an appointee he sponsored