Jefferson City — The Missouri General Assembly passed Senate Bill 718, sponsored by Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, designating the third week of September
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Senator Barbara Anne Washington Secures Funding for Apiary Program
Jefferson City — State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, secured $250,000 in the Missouri state operating budget for the upcoming 2023 fiscal year for
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 20
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly.
Sen. Justin Brown to Head Immigration Panel
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Justin Brown, R-Rolla, has been named to chair the Missouri Senate Interim Committee on Illegal Immigration, a panel established to
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of May 16, 2022
Week of May 16, 2022 American Rescue Plan Act Website Launched On May 16, the governor announced the launch of a public website to help
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for May 18, 2022
Wrapping Up A Successful Session The 2022 legislative session has come to a close. While at times the session was stressful and outcomes were uncertain,
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Legislation Protecting Children from Pornography in Schools Passes
JEFFERSON CITY — Conservative state Sen. Rick Brattin’s, R-Harrisonville, legislation protecting students from pornographic materials in schools passed the Missouri Legislature on May 12. Senator
Opinion/Editorial from Sen. Lincoln Hough on Mental Health Awareness Month
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, discusses Mental Health Awareness Month: The Need for Transformative Investments into Behavioral Health Care. The month of
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Honors Life and Service of Retired K-9 Officer Ajax
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has presented a certificate of appreciation to Platte County Sheriff Deputy Jessica Harrison in recognition of the
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for May 17, 2022
The Session Ends The 2022 legislative session has come to a close. It was a contentious four and half months but, in the end, we
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for the Week of May 16
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Senate Bills 775, 751 & 640, legislation that seeks to makes changes to certain
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 17
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators look back at the Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly.
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for May 16, 2022
The End of Session The Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly has come to a close. The Senate ended legislative activity Thursday evening
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of May 9, 2022
On the Floor The 2022 legislative session came to an early close in the Missouri Senate on May 12. Despite ending a day early, the
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for May 16, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for May 16, 2022 Another Legislative Session Is in the Books The final gavel fell on May 12, drawing the
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for May 16, 2022
KCPD Funding Bill Passes The 2022 legislative session ended on May 13. During the final hours, I was able to get one of my top
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of May 9, 2022
Week of May 9, 2022 A Success End to Session In the final week of the 2022 legislative session, several of my priority pieces of
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on the 2022 Legislative Session
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement regarding the 2022 legislative session: “My colleagues and I have wrapped up the
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 16, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 16, 2022 The Final Gavel Falls The final gavel fell on the evening of May 12, signaling the
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 15
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 15, 1861, final day of the Called Session of the 21st General Assembly.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 14
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 14, 1932, the day Missouri’s first female, African-American Missouri senator — Gwen Giles —
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Bill to Protect Personal Property Rights Reaches Governor’s Desk
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his Senate Bill 820 was passed by the Missouri General Assembly and is
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Bill to Protect Missourians from Environmental Regulations Reaches Governor’s Desk
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his Senate Bill 918 was truly agreed to and finally passed as a
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of May 9, 2022
2022 Session Ends The Missouri Senate ended its participation in the 2022 legislative session nearly a day before the constitutional deadline after passing a hastily
Sen. Doug Beck’s Health Care Legislation to Help Children with Epilepsy Heads to the Governor’s Desk
For Immediate Release: May 13, 2022 Contact: Lillian Williams, 573-751-0220 Senator Doug Beck’s Health Care Legislation to Help Children with Epilepsy Heads to the Governor’s
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 9
The 2022 legislative session has come to a close with several of my priorities now on the governor’s desk for his consideration. The past four
Sen. John Rizzo’s Legislation to Help Bring 2026 FIFA World Cup to Kansas City Passes Both Chambers, Heads to Governor’s Desk
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
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s KCPD Funding Bill Sent to Governor
JEFFERSON CITY — In the final hours of the 2022 legislative session, the General Assembly passed a pair of measures sponsored by State Sen. Tony
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 13
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Joint Resolution 79, a resolution that would let Missouri voters decide on changes to
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 13
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 13, 1807, the day Missouri’s territorial Legislature passed an act relating to divorce and
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 12
JEFFERSON CITY — House Joint Resolution 79, which would let Missouri voters decide on changes to Missouri’s initiative petition process, is set aside in the
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Urban Farms Tax Credit Passes Missouri General Assembly
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation championed by State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, creating a tax credit for urban farms won final passage from the
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 11
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 2116, a measure that seeks to establish the “No Patient Left Alone Act.”
Sen. Elaine Gannon Works to Secure Funding for Jefferson County Ports
For Immediate Release: May 11, 2022 Contact: Heather McKnelly, 573-751-4008 Senator Elaine Gannon Works to Secure Funding for Jefferson County Ports JEFFERSON CITY — State
Sen. Rick Brattin Votes for Election Integrity Legislation
JEFFERSON CITY — Conservative state Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, announces the Missouri Senate passed important election integrity legislation this week that will improve the security
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 11
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 11, 1887, start of the Extra Session of the 34th General Assembly.
Sen. Brian Williams Helps Secure Funding for North St. Louis County Projects
For Immediate Release: May 10, 2022 Contact: Robert Arbuthnot, 573-751-4106 Senator Brian Williams Helps Secure Funding for North St. Louis County Projects JEFFERSON CITY –
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Article V Convention Legislation Passes Missouri General Assembly
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce that Senate Concurrent Resolution 25 was truly agreed to and finally passed by
Sen. Eric Burlison Announces Election Integrity Legislation Passes Missouri Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce that election integrity legislation was passed by the Missouri Senate on Monday, May
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley Secures $6 Million in Funding for Demolition of Jamestown Mall
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, along with Rep. Jay Mosley, Rep. Neil Smith and Rep. Alan Gray, secured $6 million in
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 10
JEFFERSON CITY — House Bill 2909 contains a new congressional redistricting plan. Missouri senators could consider this legislation before Friday, when the 2022 regular legislative
Audio: Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Podcast for May 10
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder, R-Scott City, discusses Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget; a potential tax refund for Missourians; House
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 10
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 10, 1871, the day the Missouri Legislature established Normal School No. 2 in Warrensburg.
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for May 9, 2022
An Eventful Week We had an incredibly eventful week this past week in the Missouri Senate as we finalized the operating budget for the 2023
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 9
JEFFERSON CITY — House Bill 2090, legislation that seeks to allow state employees to be paid bi-weekly, now includes a one-time tax credit for Missouri
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of May 2, 2022
Week of May 2, 2022 Lawmakers Finalize State Operating Budget On May 6, lawmakers granted final approval to the appropriations bills comprising the state operating
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for May 9, 2022
Bringing Federal Dollars Home Last week, the Missouri General Assembly met its constitutional obligation and passed a balanced budget for the coming fiscal year. Due
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of May 2, 2022
On the Floor It was another week of late nights and long debates on the Senate floor. On May 3, the Senate moved forward with
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 8
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 8, 1884, the birth date of Harry S. Truman.
Audio: This Date in the Missouri Senate for May 7
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 7, 1848, the day former Missouri lawmaker William Stone was born.
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for May 6, 2022
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
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for May 6, 2022
Protecting Property Rights and Returning Taxes As we approach the end of the 2022 legislative session, the Missouri Senate took two major actions that will
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for May 6, 2022
Dollars for the District As I prepare this report, we are just a few hours away from the deadline for approving the 2023 fiscal year
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of May 2, 2022
Passing the Budget It is crunch time in the Missouri General Assembly. With a deadline for passage of the budget looming and the last day
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 2
The Missouri General Assembly has completed its only constitutional obligation, which is to send a balanced budget to the governor. May 6 was our deadline,
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for May 6, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for May 6, 2022 The Buck Stops Where? May 8 is the birthday of Missouri’s native son, President Harry S.
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for May 6
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget; House Bill 1878, legislation that seeks to make
Sen. Rick Brattin’s Capitol Report for the Week of May 2: Crisis at the Border
There is a very real crisis happening on our southern border. In contrast to the four years of the Trump Administration, the last two years
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for May 5, 2022
Protecting Property Rights On May 5, the Senate passed an important piece of legislation to protect Missourians’ private property rights, as well as the value
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on the Passage of Missouri’s Operating Budget for FY 2023
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued a statement relating to the final passage of Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget: “Passing
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 5, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 5, 2022 The Countdown to Adjournment With only one more week to transform legislative proposals into law, legislators
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for May 5, 2022
Preserving the Integrity of Our Elections On May 3, the Missouri Senate moved forward with an important piece of legislation aimed at protecting the integrity
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 5
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators add sports betting to House Bill 2400, a measure that seeks to modify provisions relating to professional employer organizations.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 5
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 5, 1775, the day Missouri’s first governor was born.
Sen. Steven Roberts Secures $5 Million for Refugee Resettlement in a Historic First
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has secured $5 million in grant funding to be used for Missouri’s refugee resettlement efforts. In
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder Proposes A More Compassionate Approach to Homelessness
If you’ve driven through Kansas City or St. Louis, more likely than not you have seen individuals sleeping on the sidewalk or experiencing episodes of
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 4
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators discuss House Bill 1878, which relates to elections in our state.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 3
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Senate and House of Representatives conferees prepare to discuss differences between the two chambers’ ideas for the Fiscal Year 2023 state
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for May 2, 2022
Budget Work Continues Last week, the full Senate took up and passed revisions to Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget recommended by the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for May 2
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget, by law, has to be delivered to the executive branch no later than 6 p.m. this
Audio: Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Podcast for May 2
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, discusses Senate Bill 781, legislation that seeks to Establishes the “Save Women’s Sports Act,” and House Bills
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 2
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 2, 1820, the day delegates to Missouri’s first constitutional convention were elected.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for May 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews May 1, 1899, the 84th day of the Regular Session of the 40th General Assembly.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 30, 1904, the day the Louisiana Purchase Exposition — more commonly known as the
Sen. Dave Schatz’s Legislative Column for April 29, 2022
Funding Our Priorities This week, members of the Missouri Senate put their stamp of approval on a series of bills that make up the
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 25, 2022
On the Floor It was another busy week in the Missouri Senate as we approach the final few weeks of the 2022 legislative session. For
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for April 29, 2022
Budget Moves Closer to Approval This week in the Missouri Senate, we passed 14 appropriations bills for the various departments of state government. Thirteen of
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 29
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the Missouri Senate version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget.
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 25, 2022
Week of April 25, 2022 Senate Passes Budget to Set Up Final Negotiations with House On April 26, the Senate approved its version of the
Sen. Rick Brattin Amends Bill to Exempt Firearms and Ammunition from Sales Tax
JEFFERSON CITY —This week, State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, successfully added language to House Bill 1606 exempting all purchases of firearms and ammunition from state
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 28, 2022
Being True to My School As a member of the Missouri Senate, I’m expected to be in Jefferson City while the Legislature is in session.
Sen. Denny Hoskins’ Capitol Report for Week of April 25, 2022
Spending Uncle Sam’s Money One of my colleagues, a member of the minority party, described the $45 billion 2023 state budget voted out of the
Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of April 25
With two weeks remaining in this legislative session, we are continuing to work on bills that are important to the state. Some of my priorities
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 28, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for April 28, 2022 Winding Up the 2022 Legislative Session With only two full weeks remaining, legislators are working to
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for April 28, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for April 28, 2022 The Great Balancing Act Missouri’s Constitution requires the Legislature to pass a balanced budget each year.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 28
JEFFERSON CITY — Included in the Missouri Senate version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget is House Bill 3002, which funds elementary and
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Bill Addressing HOA Solar Panel Restrictions Passes Missouri House of Representatives
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his Senate Bill 820 passed the Missouri House of Representatives on Wednesday, April
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for April 28, 2022
Missouri Senate Passes Budget After a marathon voting session, the Missouri Senate passed its version of the state operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 27
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators approve not only their version of the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget, but also House Bill 3015, the second
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley’s Restaurant Meals Program Receives First Round Approval by Missouri Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, is proud to announce the Missouri Senate gave initial approval to her Senate Bill 798 on
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 26
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators may soon consider House Bill 3021, which would create a one-time tax credit, along with upcoming budget work.
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Congratulates Parkville Scholarship Recipient Sara Montalbano
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, congratulates Sara Montalbano of Parkville for her selection as a 2022 Women Legislators of Missouri Scholarship recipient.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for April 25
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate is expected to take up the Fiscal Year 2023 state operating budget this week.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 24
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 24, 1931, the day a Missouri Senate bill was signed into law that created
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for April 23
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews April 23, 1895, the beginning of the Extra Session of the 38th General Assembly.
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of April 18, 2022
Week of April 18, 2022 Senate Committee Advances FY 2023 State Operating Budget With just over two weeks until the constitutional budget deadline, the Senate
Sen. Karla May’s “May Report” for the Week of April 18, 2022
On the Floor Despite the shortened week due to the Easter Monday holiday, the Missouri Senate managed to work through a number of bills at
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for April 22, 2022
An Opportunity to Address Needs In previous Capitol reports, I’ve mentioned the “markup” process, when the Senate Appropriations Committee proposes changes to budget bills sent
Sen. Denny Hoskins: Missouri Senate Committee Advances Sports Betting Legislation
“Key issues relating to funding for education and problem gambling treatment programs, and changes needed to address illegal gambling activity unresolved” JEFFERSON CITY — The
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for April 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews some of the work on the Fiscal Year 2023, supplemental and capital improvements budgets.