JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 756, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to public utilities; Senate
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Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 15, 2022
Progress and Property Rights When many people think of the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution, they envision someone sitting on the witness stand in
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 14, 2022
Legislation with Real Impact The Senate continued to move legislation forward this week. We passed several Senate bills and sent them onto the House of
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 11, 2022
History Made On April 7, history was made with the confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson as the first Black woman to sit on the
Missouri Senate Passes Sen. Eric Burlison’s Congressional Term Limits Proposal
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce that Senate Concurrent Resolution 25 was passed by the Missouri Senate on April
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 11
More legislation is moving through the process as the 2022 legislative session heads into its final month. House Bill 1606 was voted out of the
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 11: Our Elections Are Not for Sale
There are still a lot of unanswered questions about the 2020 election, which was, perhaps, the most important election of our lifetimes. Why were state
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 11, 2022
A Productive Week in the Senate The Missouri Senate had another productive week, as we moved bills out of the upper chamber and onto the
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 14, 2022
Easter Reflections Easter is a time of renewal. As we turn our thoughts to the resurrection of Christ, we’re reminded that he is our example.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 14
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee discusses House Joint Resolution 117, which — upon voter approval — would propose a constitutional amendment relating
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for April 14, 2022
Helping Our State Workers As the General Assembly enters the final four weeks of the 2022 legislative session, I have several pieces of good news
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 14, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 14, 2022 Utility Bill Receives Approval I’m pleased to report my utility bill, Senate Bill 756, was perfected
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for April 14, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for April 14, 2022 The Golden Rule Easter weekend begins with Maundy Thursday, a day for Christians to reflect on
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 11, 2022
Moving Legislation Forward Recognizing Historically Black Colleges and Universities This session, I co-sponsored Senate Bill 718, which designates the third week of September as “Historically
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for April 14, 2022
Protecting Children Online I believe one of the main priorities of the Legislature is ensuring our state has a bright future ahead of it, and
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 13
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give preliminary approval to Senate Bill 683, a measure that would modify provisions relating to child care.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Welcomes Northland Chamber Members to Capitol
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, welcomed representatives of the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce to the Missouri State Capitol. The group travels
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 12
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 756, legislation that would modify provisions relating to public utilities.
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 11, 2022
When Things Don’t Make Sense When I first came to the Senate, I vowed to learn the ways of Missouri’s upper legislative chamber and figure
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 4, 2022
Week of April 4, 2022 Priority Legislation Moving Forward After a successful week on the Senate floor, I’m pleased to report that several pieces of
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 11
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate will soon create its own version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget.
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 11, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 11, 2022 And Then There Were Five With only five weeks remaining in the 2022 legislative session, the
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 11
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
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for April 8
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses House Bill 1720, legislation that relates to agriculture; House Bill 2502 and Senate Bill 643, both
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 4, 2022
On the Floor It was a relatively quiet and productive week in the Missouri Senate this past week, with the body passing numerous bills and
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 8
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 1552, legislation that would change provisions related to funding for charter schools; Senate
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Article V Convention Commissioners Bill Passes Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce the Senate Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions and Ethics Committee passed his Senate Bill
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 4, 2022
Supporting Agriculture This week, the Missouri Senate advanced legislation aimed at increasing opportunities for Missouri’s farmers and rural businesses. Included in House Bill 1720 are
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 8, 2022
Planting Seeds for Growth in Agriculture With the May 13 end of session already looming on the horizon, the Senate put the theatrics of recent
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 7, 2022
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
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Texas-Style Pro-Life Bill Heard in Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — Pro-life Missouri state Sen. Rick Brattin’s, R-Harrisonville, Texas-style pro-life bill was heard in the Senate Seniors, Families, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 4
As we enter into the final weeks of the legislative session, there is still much to get done. A lot of this time will be
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for April 7, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for April 7, 2022 The Awe of April Call me partial, but I believe our community is one of the
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 7
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 1552, legislation that would change provisions related to funding for charter schools.
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for April 7, 2022
Making Progress It’s hard to believe, but the 2022 legislative session is more than halfway over. Lawmakers have managed to make some progress on several
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for April 7, 2022
Plowing Ahead with Priorities There’s an old Irish proverb that says “You will never plow a field if you only ever turn it over in
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 7
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 7, 1877, 79th day of the Regular Session of the 29th General Assembly.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 6
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give preliminary approval to Senate Joint Resolution 46, which — upon voter approval — would require all county assessors to
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 5
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators give first-round approval to Senate Bill 758, a measure that seeks to modify various provisions relating to bidding procedures for
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Congratulates Parkville Eagle Scouts
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, congratulates three area teens for their accomplishment of becoming Eagle Scouts, the highest achievement in the Scouts
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 4: Fighting Back Against Woke Corporations
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the last few years, you’ve undoubtedly been witnessing the hyper-politicization of corporate America. From Facebook to Coca-Cola to
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 4
JEFFERSON CITY — With six weeks left in the 2022 regular legislative session, the Missouri Senate will start to turn its focus toward legislation from
Sen. Denny Hoskins Recognized for Conservative Principles
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, has been recognized by two leading national conservative advocacy groups. Senator Hoskins has been named a member
Sen. Brian Williams: If Not Now, When?
If Not Now, When? For people who look like me, waiting for justice has been a lifelong endeavor. We have made tremendous progress, but every
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of March 28, 2022
Honoring Pioneers Over the past weekend, I attended several events celebrating Women’s History Month, starting with my own Pioneering Black Women’s Day event. Pioneering Black
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for the Week of March 28, 2022
Moving Legislation, Defending the Map We’ve reached the point in the legislative session when bills have begun to clear one chamber and move to the
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of March 28
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 1, 2022
Working Together While much of the news coming out of the Missouri Senate this week focused on the continuing struggle to pass a congressional redistricting
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for April 1, 2022
Keeping Race Out of the Classroom There’s been a lot of discussion in recent months about what children are being exposed to in our public
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 850, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to criminal laws; Senate Bill
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for April 1, 2022
Great News, Bad News I have some great things to report this week, and some not so great things. I am incredibly pleased my Senate
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 1, 1872, the last day of the 26th General Assembly’s adjourned session.
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 31, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 31, 2022 Working Toward a Legislative Five by Five The military term, “five by five,” refers to transmitted
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of March 28
This week, three of my bills were heard in committee. Senate Bill 1096 was heard in the Missouri Senate Insurance and Banking Committee. This measure
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Welcomes St. Joseph History and Government Students to Capitol
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, was pleased to welcome members of Lafayette High School’s “Dead Patriots Society” to the Missouri State Capitol.
Sen. Schupp’s Bill of Rights for Survivors of Sexual Assault Passed by Senate
Legislation Provides Clarity and Additional Protections for Survivors JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation affirming rights for survivors of sexual assaults is one step closer to becoming
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for March 31, 2022
Moving Through the Legislative Process It was another busy week in the Missouri State Capitol, as lawmakers continue to shepherd priority bills through the legislative
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 31
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate and Missouri House of Representatives disagree on House Bill 2117, which contains the congressional redistricting map.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Recognized for Conservative Voting Record
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, announces he has received a Conservative Achievement award from the American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF). The foundation,
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 31
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 31, 1875, third day of the Special Session of the 28th General Assembly.
Sen. Mike Moon Continues to Oppose New Congressional Map
For Immediate Release: March 30, 2022 Contact: Sen. Mike Moon, 573-751-1480 Senator Mike Moon Continues to Oppose New Congressional Map JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 30
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 726, legislation that seeks to establish “Hypoplastic Left-Heart Syndrome Awareness Day” in Missouri.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 30, 1927, the day the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation designating the bluebird as
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 29
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 850, legislation that seeks to modify provisions relating to criminal laws.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s KCPD Funding Bill Heard in House Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, to increase funding for the Kansas City Police Department moved one step closer to
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of March 21, 2022
Week of March 21, 2022 Senate Passes Congressional Redistricting Bill Following months of debate, the Senate voted on March 24 in favor of a plan
Video: Sen. Eric Burlison Presents Senate Bill 668 in Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, presents Senate Bill 668 to the Missouri Senate Local Government and Elections Committee. His proposal would modify
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 29
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 29, 1883, the day the Missouri General Assembly created the State Board of Health.
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for March 28
Last week, Senate Bill 743 was passed by the Missouri Senate. The bill would authorize the cities of Clinton and Lincoln to propose a levy
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 28
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640 passes the Missouri Senate and now awaits Missouri House of Representatives’ consideration.
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley’s Legislative Column for the Week of March 21, 2022
This week, my fellow senators and I returned to the State Capitol after our legislative spring break. We have just under eight weeks of session
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of March 21, 2022
On the Floor On March 21, the Missouri Senate started the second half of the legislative session on a productive note, sending several pieces of
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for March 28, 2022
Moving Bills Through Committee The Missouri Senate returned from its one-week mid-session recess with a renewed focus on moving legislation forward. We had a busy
Audio: Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Podcast for the Week of March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, discusses Senate Joint Resolution 38, which would — upon voter approval — modify constitutional provisions relating to
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for the Week of March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses forthcoming changes to the 21st Senatorial District and House Bill 2117, which contains the latest version
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 25
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bill 665, legislation that seeks to modify the duration of unemployment benefits based upon
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of March 21, 2022
Putting Maps Behind Us At mid-week, I was prepared to update you on a flurry of committee activity in the Missouri Senate. As the clock
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for March 25, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for March 25, 2022 Living by our Motto Our state’s motto, Salus populi suprema lex esto, a Latin phrase which
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for March 25, 2022
Picking Up the Pace Coming back from the legislative spring recess, the Missouri Senate had one of its most productive weeks of the 2022 session.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 25
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 25, 1905, the day the Northwest Missouri State Teachers College in Maryville is created
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 24
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 758, which would modify various provisions relating to bidding procedures for certain public projects for facilities.
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 24, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for March 24, 2022 Returning to the Capitol I returned to the Capitol late Sunday afternoon to prepare for the
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Congratulates Kathy Nelson on Women’s Achievement Award
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, congratulates Kathy Nelson for her recognition as a recipient of a 2022 Lieutenant Governor’s Women of Achievement
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for March 24, 2022
Starting the Second Half of Session The Missouri General Assembly was back in full swing, as we enter the second half of this year’s legislative
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 24
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 24, 1911, the day the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation to pay for a
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Election Integrity Bill Receives Senate Committee Hearing
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, presented Senate Bill 668 to the Missouri Senate Local Government and Elections Committee on Wednesday, March 23.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 23
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 798, legislation that would establish a “Restaurant Meals Program” as part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 23
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 23, 1903, the day the Legislature passed a measure requiring licensing vehicles.
Sen. Eric Burlison Presents Congressional Term Limits Proposal to Senate Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, presented Senate Concurrent Resolution 25 to the Missouri Senate Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions and Ethics Committee on
Sen. Greg Razer Takes Part in Governor’s International Trade Mission
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, traveled with the governor to the United Kingdom and Ireland for an international trade mission from
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss Senate Bill 665, a proposal that seeks to modify the duration of unemployment benefits based upon the Missouri average
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 22, 1913, the day Missouri’s official state flag was adopted.
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Bill Addressing HOA Solar Panel Restrictions Passes Missouri Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, and his Missouri Senate colleagues passed Senate Bill 820 on Monday, March 21. This legislation prevents homeowner’s
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — The second half of the 2022 regular legislative session begins today. Session will end on May 13.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 21
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 21, 1826, the day the Missouri General Assembly met in St. Charles for the
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 20
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 20, 1907, the day the Missouri Legislature established the Missouri Library Commission.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for March 19
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews March 19, 1870, the day the First District Normal School was established by the Missouri
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for March 18
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate previews: Senate Bill 1181, which would allow an income tax deduction for certain law enforcement officers;
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for March 17, 2022
Friends Old and New Every 10 years, following the U.S. Census, legislative district maps are redrawn to reflect shifting populations. A lot of attention has
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for March 17
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 647 is a proposal that would establish a grievance process for parents and guardians of elementary and secondary school students.