Senators Roberts and May to Host St. Louis Police Commissioner Town Hall

State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, and state Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, will host a public town hall on Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to discuss the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department’s return to state control.

Senator Karla May's May Report for Aug. 1, 2025

As our community continues to recover and rebuild after the devastating storm on May 16, I wanted to continue providing information regarding Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance in St. Louis.

Senator Karla May's May Report for July 18, 2025

Back to School Hello! I hope you are enjoying your summer so far. It is hard to believe, but it is already time to start thinking about back to school preparation. There are a few back to school events in our community happening soon that I wanted to share with you.

Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding the Passing of Former Congressman William “Bill” Clay Sr.

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, today issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Congressman William “Bill” Clay Sr.:

Senator Karla May's May Report for June 26, 2025

FEMA Assistance As our community continues to recover and rebuild after the devastating storm last month, I wanted to continue providing information regarding Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance in St. Louis.

Senator Karla May's May Report for June 23, 2025

FEMA Assistance As our community continues to recover and rebuild after the devastating storm last month, I wanted to continue providing information regarding Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance in St. Louis.

Senator Karla May Notifies St. Louis Residents of SNAP Benefits Replacement Extension

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, is notifying residents of St. Louis who receive state assistance that they may be eligible for lost food reparations.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of June 16, 2025

FEMA Assistance As our community continues to recover and rebuild after the devastating storm last month, I wanted to provide information regarding Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance in St. Louis.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of May 26, 2025

Governor calls extraordinary session on KC stadium package After the governor’s last-minute push towards a stadium funding plan for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals died in the Missouri Senate during the last few days of the regular legislative session, he announced an extraordinary session for lawmakers to take another shot at it that will begin on Monday, June 2.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of May 12, 2025

The Missouri Senate on May 14 cleared a proposed constitutional amendment for the statewide ballot to completely repeal existing protections for reproductive rights and instead impose an abortion ban.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of May 5, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate discussed the following bills:• House Bill 75 would establish the Missouri Religious Freedom Protection Act and specify that no public official can issue an order that has the effect of limiting or prohibiting a religious group or place of worship from holding religious services or meetings. This provision does not apply to religious groups using places of worship to intentionally commit or plan acts of violence, or from complying with building and fire codes.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 28, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate began floor discussion on House Bill 711, which would establish the Public School Open Enrollment Act, enabling students to transfer to nonresident local education agencies.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 21, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate began floor discussion on House Bill 742, which would prohibit state departments from spending money on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 15, 2025

This week, the Senate began floor discussion on the following bills:

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 7, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate began floor discussion on the following bills: • Senate Bill 360 would establish the "Education Freedom Act" and modify provisions relating to the statewide assessment system, school accountability report cards, and the powers and duties of the State Board of Education.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 31, 2025

On the Floor Last Week The Senate began discussing the following pieces of legislation: • Senate Bill 190 would establish tax credits for certain engineering degrees. • Senate Bill 107 would classify any emergency medical services provider licensed under certain provisions of state law as a health care professional for purposes of liability and disclosure of materials produced by a peer review committee.

Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding the SLMPD Officer Struck on I-70

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, today issued the following statement regarding the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department officer who was struck by a vehicle on I-70 Monday morning:

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 10, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on the following bills: • Senate Bill 77 would allow firearms to be carried on public transit systems and lowers the age from 19 to 18 for an individual to obtain a concealed carry permit. • House Bills 594 & 508 would authorize an income tax deduction for capital gains.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 3, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on two bills: • Senate Bill 87 would reduce the assessment percentage for residential real property for a person’s primary residence.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 24, 2025

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on Senate Bill 160, which would prohibit public institutions of higher learning from denying a belief-based student association, such as a political, ideological or religious association, any benefits that are available to other student groups, including access to campus facilities and communication channels.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 17, 2025

This week, the Senate gave first round approval to the following bills: Senate Bill 3 would increase service fees charged by the Missouri Department of Revenue fee offices for certain transactions.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 10, 2025

On Tuesday, Feb. 11, the Senate began discussing Senate Bills 52 & 44, which would establish state control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 3, 2025

This week, our work on the Senate floor began in earnest as the first pieces of legislation were brought up before the body for discussion, including Senate Bill 4, which would enact several provisions:

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Jan. 27, 2024

As we move through this week of the Legislature, senators are diligently moving through the ordinary motions of the day, ensuring that the groundwork is laid for the important work ahead.

Video: Sen. Karla May Presents SB 110 in Committee

Senator Karla May, D-St. Louis, presents Senate Bill 110 to the Missouri Senate Progress and Development Committee.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Jan. 20, 2025

This week, committee hearings were held for the first time this session.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Jan. 13, 2025

Last Wednesday, Jan. 8, the Missouri Senate gaveled in to begin the First Regular Session of the 103rd General Assembly.

Senator Karla May Celebrates Bill Signings by the Governor

Several of Sen. May's legislative priorities are set to become law.

Senator Karla May's May Report for May 20, 2024

On the Floor This last week was a whirlwind of activity as legislators made the final push to get their priority bills across the finish line and to the governor’s desk.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of May 6, 2024

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on a number of bills. House Bill 1659 modifies various provisions relating to public safety, including my Senate Bill 760, which adds firefighters as eligible first responder personnel to receive services from the Critical Incident Stress Management Program in the Missouri Department of Public Safety.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 29, 2024

On the Floor This week brought a lengthy filibuster against Senate Bill 748, which renews the Federal Reimbursement Allowance (FRA), before it was eventually granted first round approval early Thursday morning.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 22, 2024

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on Senate Bill 740, which modifies several provisions relating to utilities, as well as Senate Bill 936, which creates provisions relating to a post-consumer paint recycling program.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 15, 2024

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on Senate Bill 782, which would require a water exportation permit issued by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to withdraw water from any water source for export outside the state of Missouri.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 8, 2024

On the Floor This week, the Senate began discussion on House Bill 1803, which increases the limit on investments in linked deposits by the State Treasurer.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 2, 2024

On the Floor The Senate began discussing Senate Bill 739, which would prohibit the Missouri Department of Natural Resources from issuing a permit for the operation of a solid waste disposal area located in the city of Kansas City without receiving approval from an adjoining municipality if such area is located within one mile of such municipality, instead of the current half-mile standard.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 25, 2024

On the Floor I returned to Jefferson City this week, rejuvenated after spending time in our community and ready to get back to work after our mid-session break.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 4, 2024

On the Floor Despite the fact that the Senate has had a slow, somewhat chaotic start to this year’s session, I am still working hard to advance my legislative priorities as we near the halfway point of session.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 26, 2024

On the Floor This week, we began floor debate on several bills this week:• Senate Bill 742 authorizes child care tax credits.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 19, 2024

On the Floor This week, the Senate passed Senate Joint Resolution 74, which would make it harder to pass constitutional amendments, including initiative petitions, in Missouri.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 12, 2024

On the Floor This week, we debated Senate Joint Resolution 74, which would make it harder to pass initiative petitions in Missouri.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 5, 2024

On the Floor This week, the Senate passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 23, which would disapprove and suspend the final order of rulemaking for a rule proposed by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education relating to the Virtual Instruction Program.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Jan. 22, 2024

On Wednesday, Jan. 24, the governor gave his final State of the State Address to a joint session of the General Assembly.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of January 15, 2024

On the Floor This week, more committee hearings were held. Witnesses can testify in support or opposition to bills. This is an important part of the legislative process because it gives constituents the opportunity to speak directly to lawmakers about their concerns with proposed laws.

Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Death of Lincoln University Administrator

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, today issued the following statement the death of Lincoln University’s Vice President of Student Affairs:

Senator Karla May Stands Firm with Missouri's Working Families Amid UAW Strike

As the United Auto Workers (UAW) strike remains at the forefront of national news, Missouri's Senator Karla May, D-St. Louis, is making her stance clear, emphasizing, "losing jobs is not a win-win for anyone."

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of May 15, 2023

It is hard to believe, but we have reached the end of the legislative session.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of May 1, 2023

This week, members of the Missouri Senate and House of Representatives met as a conference committee to sort out the differences between the two versions of the budget passed by each chamber.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 24, 2023

This week, the Senate debated and passed all of the appropriation bills that make up the Fiscal Year 2024 state operating budget, totaling $49.94 billion, which includes $4.4 billion more in spending authority than previously approved by the House of Representatives.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 17, 2023

This week, the Senate Appropriations Committee began their discussion on the Fiscal Year 2024 state operating budget.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 10, 2023

This week was shorter than normal because of the Easter holiday, and as a result, some committees did not hold hearings or only held executive sessions.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of April 3, 2023

This week, the Senate perfected Senate Bill 92, which establishes the “Missouri Rural Access to Capital Act,” which would provide a tax credit for certain investments made in businesses located in rural areas in the state.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 27, 2023

This week, the Senate perfected Senate Joint Resolution 21, which, if approved by voters, would authorize counties to freeze the real property assessed values of certain senior citizens.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 20, 2023

The Senate returned from legislative spring break this week expecting to continue discussion on Senate Bill 39 and Senate Bill 49.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 13, 2023

The annual legislative spring break began last week after we adjourned on March 8.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of March 6, 2023

Senate Bill 49, which would restrict gender transition treatments for transgender children, is stalled in the Missouri Senate – at least for now – after the minority spent two days filibustering the measure and my colleagues and I were unable to land on a compromise aimed at breaking the impasse.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 27, 2023

The governor signed House Bill 14 into law on Feb. 27.

Senator Karla May's May Report for the Week of Feb. 20, 2023

Although Monday, Feb. 20, was Presidents Day, the Senate held committee hearings and floor debate to continue doing the people’s work.

Senator Karla May's May Report for Feb. 17, 2023

This week, the Senate adjourned early on Monday night for the Senate’s annual charity bowling tournament.

Senator Karla May's May Report for Feb. 13, 2023

Last week, the Senate passed several bills:

Senator Karla May's May Report for Feb. 3, 2023

This week, my colleagues and I began discussing legislation on the Senate floor.

Sen. Karla May's May Report for Jan. 31, 2023

Last week, committee hearings continued, and the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee heard three bills.

Sen. Karla May's May Report for the Week of Jan. 16, 2023

Last week, Senate leadership announced the committee assignments for the 102nd General Assembly.

Sen. Karla May Pre-files “Right to Life” Red Flag Legislation

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, announces she has pre-filed a red flag bill, calling it “Right to Life” legislation.

Statement from Sen. Karla May Regarding Shooting at St. Louis High School

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, issued the following statement relating to the shooting that occurred this morning at the Central Visual & Performing Arts High School in St. Louis

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Sept. 19, 2022

Last week, my fellow legislators and I returned to the State Capitol to convene the annual veto session and an extra legislative session called by the governor to address income tax cuts and various agricultural provisions.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Aug. 15, 2022

As our community continues to deal with the aftermath of the devastating flooding from last month, I wanted to provide you with several resources available from state and federal agencies to help families affected by the flooding.

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

JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla May, D-St. Louis, invites educators, parents and concerned members of the community to participate in a public forum

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

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

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

The Week of May 23, 2022

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of May 9, 2022

The 2022 legislative session came to an early close in the Missouri Senate on May 12. Despite ending a day early, the Senate managed to pass a number of important bills.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of May 2, 2022

It was another week of late nights and long debates on the Senate floor.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 18, 2022

Despite the shortened week due to the Easter Monday holiday, the Missouri Senate managed to work through a number of bills at a steady pace this week.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 11, 2022

On April 7, history was made with the confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson as the first Black woman to sit on the United States Supreme Court.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 4, 2022

It was a relatively quiet and productive week in the Missouri Senate this past week, with the body passing numerous bills and resolutions.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of March 28, 2022

Over the past weekend, I attended several events celebrating Women’s History Month, starting with my own Pioneering Black Women’s Day event.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of March 21, 2022

On March 21, the Missouri Senate started the second half of the legislative session on a productive note, sending several pieces of legislation over to the Missouri House of Representatives for further consideration.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of March 7, 2022

On March 8, the Senate began discussing Senate Bill 775. The legislation modifies provisions relating to sexual offenses and makes several changes to the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 28, 2022

This week, the Senate debated Senate Bill 678 and Senate Joint Resolution 38, which modify the funding requirements for the Kansas City Police Department.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 21, 2022

The Senate began the week by observing President’s Day this week.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 14, 2022

It’s still slow-goings in the Missouri Senate, as filibustering continues to take up time on the Senate floor.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Feb. 7, 2022

As the General Assembly unthaws after last week’s snow storm, legislative action in the Missouri Senate has been frozen on a single topic – congressional redistricting.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 31, 2022

The threat of a major winter storm across the state led the General Assembly to meet for a shortened week.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 24, 2022

Congressional redistricting has begun to take center stage on the floor of the Missouri Senate.

Sen. Karla May to Host Virtual Meeting Jan. 27

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

This week, on Jan. 19, members of both the Missouri House of Representatives and Missouri Senate came together to hear the governor deliver his annual State of the State address.

Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of Jan. 3, 2022

This week, the Senate met for its first full week of the 2022 legislative session.