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Sen. Caleb Rowden Announces Senior Staff for 2023 Legislative Session

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Caleb Rowden

Senator Caleb Rowden Announces Senior Staff for 2023 Legislative Session JEFFERSON CITY – Incoming Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Caleb Rowden, R-Columbia, announces his senior

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Sen. Cindy O’Laughlin Announces Spring Break Dates for 2023 Legislative Session

November 22, 2022November 22, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Cindy O'Laughlin

Senator Cindy O’Laughlin Announces Spring Break Dates for 2023 Legislative Session JEFFERSON CITY — In her role as incoming Senate majority floor leader, Sen. Cindy

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Nov. 17, 2022

November 17, 2022November 15, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Beyond Blessed Thanksgiving marks one of my favorite times of the year. This holiday gives each of us the opportunity to come together with our

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Senate Majority Caucus Elects New Leadership Team

November 10, 2022November 10, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senate Majority Caucus, Senator Caleb Rowden, Senator Cindy O'Laughlin, Senator Jason Bean, Senator Karla Eslinger, Senator Sandy Crawford, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

Senate Majority Caucus Elects New Leadership Team JEFFERSON CITY — The Senate Majority Caucus elected Sen. Caleb Rowden, R-Columbia, to serve as president pro tem

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Nov. 3, 2022

November 3, 2022November 2, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Honoring Those Who Serve Every year, Nov. 11 marks Veterans Day throughout our country. Observed on the anniversary of the end of World War I,

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Sen. Doug Beck to File Red Flag Law Legislation Following Deadly School Shooting in Missouri

October 28, 2022October 28, 2022 Senate Communications Senator Doug Beck

Senator Doug Beck to File Red Flag Law Legislation Following Deadly School Shooting in Missouri JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Doug Beck, D-Affton, will again

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Statement from Sen. Dave Schatz on the Passing of Former Sen. Charles Wheeler

October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, News Release, Senator Dave Schatz, Statement

Statement from Senator Dave Schatz on the Passing of Former Senator Charles Wheeler JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Dave Schatz, R-Sullivan, issued the following statement

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Sen. Lincoln Hough Discusses the Importance of Senate Bills 3 & 5

October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 Senate Communications Senator Lincoln Hough

JEFFERSON CITY — Senator Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, discusses the importance of Senate Bills 3 & 5 during debate. The extra session bills aim to reform

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Oct. 20, 2022

October 20, 2022October 20, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Protecting the Integrity of Our Elections The ability to cast one’s vote on Election Day is a fundamental part of our representative republic. An individual’s

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Sen. Rick Brattin’s Legislative Column for Oct. 18, 2022

October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Rick Brattin

Five Questions to Appear on November Ballot Voters will have a lot of reading to do when they go to the polls on Nov. 8.

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Lawmakers Conclude 2022 Extra Legislative Session

October 14, 2022October 14, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Newsroom, Senate News, Senate Video

JEFFERSON CITY — Members of the Missouri General Assembly wrapped up their work in the extra legislative session by passing two pieces of legislation. Senate

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Oct. 6, 2022

October 6, 2022October 5, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Wrapping up the Extra Legislative Session Tuesday, Oct. 4, marked the end of the General Assembly’s work in the extra legislative session called by the

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Oct. 5, 2022

October 5, 2022October 4, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Relief for Missouri Taxpayers in 2023 Permanent tax cuts are coming in 2023 for all hardworking Missourians. High gas prices, low stock of goods and

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2022 Missouri Senate Retirement Ceremony

October 1, 2022October 26, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Senate News, Senate Video

JEFFERSON CITY — On Sept. 14, the Missouri Senate hosted a retirement ceremony for its outgoing members. During the ceremony, retiring senators were invited to

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Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on Passage of Extra Session Tax Cut Bill

September 29, 2022September 29, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Senator Lincoln Hough, Statement

Statement from Senator Lincoln Hough on Passage of Extra Session Tax Cut Bill Jefferson City — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement

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Sen. Steven Roberts Appointed to Missouri Veterans Commission

September 23, 2022September 22, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Steve Roberts

Senator Steven Roberts Appointed to Missouri Veterans Commission JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, announces he has been appointed to the Missouri

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 22, 2022

September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Moving Forward with Extra Session On Wednesday, Sept. 21, members of the Missouri Senate put their stamp of approval on legislation designed to meet the

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 16, 2022

September 16, 2022September 16, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Toys for Tots Celebrates 75 Years of Bringing Joy and Hope This year, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program will celebrate 75

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2022

September 8, 2022September 8, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

A Special Relationship Lincoln University and Jefferson City enjoy a special relationship. Like any college town, the relationship between the two hasn’t always been easy,

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 8, 2022

September 8, 2022September 7, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Governor Calls Lawmakers Back to Jefferson City Missouri lawmakers will reconvene at the State Capitol on Sept. 14 for the beginning of an extra legislative

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 1, 2022

September 1, 2022September 1, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Returning to the State Capitol In the near future, my colleagues and I will return to the State Capitol for the start of an extra

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Aug. 25, 2022

August 25, 2022August 25, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Taking Advantage of the MO Scholars Program Parents in Missouri have new options for K-12 education, thanks to the MO Scholars program, and those willing

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Sen. Jeanie Riddle Congratulates City of Silex for Receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant

August 22, 2022August 22, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Senator Jeanie Riddle

Senator Jeanie Riddle Congratulates City of Silex for Receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Jeanie Riddle, R-Callaway County, congratulates

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Aug. 18, 2022

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

An August Tradition: The Missouri State Fair For many, August represents the end of summer. With it comes the start of the school year, but

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Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy

July 29, 2022July 29, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Holly Rehder

Senator Holly Thompson Rehder and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 28, 2022

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

Best Time of the Year The smell of fried food moving throughout the grounds, the sight of children riding a roller coaster and the sound

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 28, 2022

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

The August Primary Is Coming As you are probably aware, the August primary is this Tuesday, Aug. 2. Too often, we hear of low voter

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Sen. Doug Beck Shares Resources in Response to St. Louis Flash Floods

July 26, 2022July 26, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Doug Beck

Senator Doug Beck Shares Resources in Response to St. Louis Flash Floods JEFFERSON CITY – In light of the recent flooding event in the St.

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Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 21, 2022

July 21, 2022July 21, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Cierpiot

Working through the Tough Issues With the 2022 legislative session in our rearview mirror, I have spent some time reflecting on the 101st General Assembly.

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Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 21, 2022

July 21, 2022July 21, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Mike Bernskoetter

The Best Part About Being a Lawmaker In today’s day and age, it isn’t popular to be an elected official. We often get blamed for

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Sen. Karla May and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy

July 15, 2022July 15, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Karla May

Senator Karla May and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, invites

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Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough Regarding Vetoed Tax Rebate Program

July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Senator Lincoln Hough, Statement

Statement from Senator Lincoln Hough Regarding Vetoed Tax Rebate Program Jefferson City — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement in regards to

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Sen. Bill White’s Compassionate Care Legislation Signed into Law

July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Bill White

Senator Bill White’s Compassionate Care Legislation Signed into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, applauds the governor for signing House Bill 2116

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Election Reform Legislation Signed into Law

June 30, 2022October 14, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Newsroom, Senate News, Senate Video

JEFFERSON CITY — Passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by the governor, House Bill 1878 aims to strengthen and secure Missouri’s elections

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Sen. Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Insurance Bill into Law

June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Sandy Crawford

Senator Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Insurance Bill into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, applauds the governor for signing a

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Sen. Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Local Government Bill into Law

June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Sandy Crawford

Senator Sandy Crawford Applauds Governor for Signing Local Government Bill into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, applauds the governor for signing

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Sen. Sandy Crawford Commends Governor for Signing Election Integrity Bill into Law

June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Sandy Crawford

Senator Sandy Crawford Commends Governor for Signing Election Integrity Bill into Law Jefferson City — State Sen. Sandy Crawford, R-Buffalo, commends the governor for signing

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Sen. Rick Brattin Praises Pro-Life Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade

June 24, 2022June 24, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, News Release, Senator Rick Brattin, Statement

Senator Rick Brattin Praises Pro-Life Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, issued the following statement in response to

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Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of May 23, 2022

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Karla May

The Week of May 23, 2022 Supreme Court Hears Case on Collective Bargaining Rights The Missouri Supreme Court heard arguments on May 24 in a

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Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for May 27, 2022

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Andrew Koenig

May 27, 2022  2022 Session Wrap-Up The 2022 legislative session officially ended on May 13. This session was at times tumultuous, but I believe we

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for May 27, 2022

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

Wrapping Up the 2022 Legislative Session Friday, May 13, marked the end of the 2022 legislative session. Over the course of the past five months,

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Lawmakers Approve 2023 State Operating Budget

May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 Senate Communications Senate News, Senate Video

JEFFERSON CITY — Members of the Missouri Senate put their final stamp of approval on a series of bills that make up the state’s operating

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Sen. John Rizzo’s Legislation to Help Bring 2026 FIFA World Cup to Kansas City Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk

May 13, 2022May 13, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator John Rizzo

Senator John Rizzo’s Legislation to Help Bring 2026 FIFA World Cup to Kansas City Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk Jefferson City — Legislation

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for May 6, 2022

May 6, 2022May 6, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

Protecting the Integrity of the Ballot Box The ability to cast one’s vote on Election Day is a fundamental part of our representative republic. An

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 29, 2022

April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

  Funding Our Priorities This week, members of the Missouri Senate put their stamp of approval on a series of bills that make up the

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Lawmakers Approve Proposal Creating Additional Protections for Victims of Sexual Assault

April 19, 2022April 20, 2022 Senate Communications Senate News, Senate Video

 JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate passed legislation creating additional protections for victims of sexual assault. Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640 make several

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 15, 2022

April 15, 2022April 15, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

  Progress and Property Rights When many people think of the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution, they envision someone sitting on the witness stand in

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 7, 2022

April 7, 2022April 7, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

  Sending a Loud Message to Washington, D.C. It might come as a surprise to some, but the United States produces more oil and natural

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Sen. Doug Beck’s Legislation to Protect Taxpayers from Attorney General’s Lawsuits Gains Momentum

January 26, 2022January 26, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Doug Beck

Senator Doug Beck’s Legislation to Protect Taxpayers from Attorney General’s Lawsuits Gains Momentum Jefferson City — State Sen. Doug Beck, D-St. Louis, applauds Missouri House

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Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Catch Predators and Achieve Justice for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

January 25, 2022January 25, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Lauren Arthur

  Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Catch Predators and Achieve Justice for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse  Senator Arthur says organizations that cover

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Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 17, 2022

January 21, 2022January 21, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Karla May

On the Floor This week, on Jan. 19, members of both the Missouri House of Representatives and Missouri Senate came together to hear the governor

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 20, 2022

January 20, 2022January 20, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

Strong Today, Stronger Tomorrow It has been a busy week in Jefferson City as legislative committees began meeting in earnest to consider numerous bills and

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Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Discusses Senate Bill 765

January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 Senate Communications Senate News, Senate Video, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

JEFFERSON CITY – Senator Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, presented Senate Bill 765 to the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee for consideration. The legislation

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Missouri Senate Begins 2022 Legislative Session

January 14, 2022January 14, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Senate News, Senate Video

 JEFFERSON CITY — Senators returned to the State Capitol on Jan. 5 for the start of the 2022 legislative session. 2022 promises to be

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 13, 2022

January 13, 2022January 20, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

  Preserving the Traditions of the Senate Throughout my time in the Missouri Senate, I have come to appreciate the many traditions of the General

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Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Discusses the Importance of Senate Bill 678

January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 Senate Communications Multimedia, Senate Video, Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

JEFFERSON CITY- Senator Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, discusses the importance of Senate Bill 678 during the bill’s hearing before the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal

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Sen. Steven Roberts Discusses the Jan. 6 Attacks on the U.S. Capitol

January 6, 2022January 7, 2022 Senate Communications Senator Steve Roberts

JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, discusses the anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attacks on the U.S. Capitol.

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Sen. John Rizzo Files “Back the Blue Act” to Protect Missouri’s Law Enforcement Community

January 6, 2022January 6, 2022 Senate Communications Press Release, Senator John Rizzo

Senator John Rizzo Files “Back the Blue Act” to Protect Missouri’s Law Enforcement Community JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. John Rizzo, D-Independence, has filed the

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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for Jan. 6, 2022

January 6, 2022January 6, 2022 Senate Communications Columns, Headline News, Senator Dave Schatz

Coming Together to Move Missouri Forward Wednesday, Jan. 5, marked the beginning of the 2022 legislative session. As president pro tem of the Missouri Senate,

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Sen. Dave Schatz Announces New Chief of Staff

January 6, 2022January 6, 2022 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Dave Schatz

Senator Dave Schatz Announces New Chief of Staff Jefferson City — Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Dave Schatz, R-Sullivan, named Matthew Thompson to the position

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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. 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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Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Missourians with Diabetes by Capping Insulin Costs at $30

December 21, 2021December 21, 2021 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Lauren Arthur

Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Missourians with Diabetes by Capping Insulin Costs at $30 JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Lauren Arthur, D-Kansas City,

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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. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Reduce Gun Crimes by Closing the Domestic Violence Loophole

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator Lauren Arthur

Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Reduce Gun Crimes by Closing the Domestic Violence Loophole JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lauren Arthur, D-Kansas City, has

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Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Homer G. Phillips Hospital

December 14, 2021December 14, 2021 Senate Communications Headline News, Senator Karla May, Statement

Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Homer G. Phillips Hospital JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, issued the following statement regarding the

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Sen. John Rizzo Proposes Parents’ Bill of Rights Ahead of Legislative Session

December 1, 2021December 1, 2021 Senate Communications Headline News, Press Release, Senator John Rizzo

Senator John Rizzo Proposes Parents’ Bill of Rights Ahead of Legislative Session Jefferson City — State Sen. John Rizzo, D-Independence, announces he has pre-filed legislation

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