A Tax Cut for All Missourians This week, the Missouri Senate brought the extra legislative session to a close, passing nearly $40 million dollars’ worth
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Sen. Sandy Crawford’s Capitol Report for the Week of Oct. 3
The Missouri General Assembly has passed a major income tax cut for the citizens of our state. A few weeks ago, the governor called us
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Oct. 4
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators move forward with House Bill 3, which would extend the sunset on certain agricultural tax credits.
Sen. Denny Hoskins Votes for Historic Tax Cut, Supports Agriculture Incentives
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri taxpayers will see more money in their take-home pay next year thanks to legislation supported by State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg,
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Oct. 2
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Oct. 2, 1820, the day both Thomas Hart Benton and David Barton were selected to
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Oct. 1
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Oct. 1, 1826, the day Jefferson City is chosen as the permanent seat of state
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Sept. 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the First Extra Session of the Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly, which
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 30, 1836, the day Lt. Gov. — and former Missouri Sen. — Lilburn Boggs
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on Passage of Extra Session Tax Cut Bill
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
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Sept. 27
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri senators send a tax-cutting measure to the Missouri House of Representatives for consideration. Senate Bills 3 & 5 would make changes
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
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley Invites Community Members to Attend Film Screening Celebrating Anniversary of Medicaid Expansion
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, would like to invite the residents of the 13th Senatorial District to an event celebrating the
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Sept. 23
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews: Senate Bills 3 & 5, the income tax reduction measure; Senate Bill 8, agricultural tax
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Legislative Column for Sept. 23, 2022
Cutting Taxes for All Missourians Inflation is rampant, with rising costs on everything from gas to groceries to housing. This week, the Missouri Senate did
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislative Column for Sept. 23, 2022
Cutting Taxes and Growing Agriculture The Senate was back at the State Capitol this past week for an extra legislative session held concurrently with the
Sen. Rick Brattin Votes for Historic Tax Cut
JEFFERSON CITY — Conservative state Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, voted this week for one of the largest tax cuts in state history. “The inflation and
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for Sept. 23, 2022
Things Left Undone With school back in session and those yellow buses back on our rural roads, I’ve been reflecting on some of the successes
Sen. Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Sept. 23, 2022
Senator Elaine Gannon’s Capitol Report for Sept. 23, 2022 Update on Veto and Extra Sessions My colleagues and I returned to Jefferson City on Sept.
Sen. Steven Roberts Appointed to Missouri Veterans Commission
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
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for Sept. 22, 2022
A Halftime Report This week, I was back at the State Capitol with my colleagues for an extra legislative session called by the governor. I’d
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 22, 2022
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
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 22, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 22, 2022 Extra Session Underway, Veto Session Concludes Lawmakers returned to Jefferson City this week to continue the
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough on Senate Passage of Extra Session Tax Cut Bill
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, has issued a statement relating to passage of Senate Bills 3 & 5: “Through the passage of
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 22, 1954, the day the riots at the Missouri State Penitentiary began.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Sept. 20
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 3 and Senate Bill 5 have been combined. Both relate to the state income tax. Senate Bill 8 would modify
Sen. Doug Beck Supports Tax Credits for Working Families, Not the Wealthy
For Immediate Release: Sept. 20, 2022 Contact: Lillian A. Williams, 573-751-0220 JEFFERSON CITY – Lawmakers returned to Jefferson City on Sept. 14 to convene the
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Supports Tax Relief for All Missourians
JEFFERSON CITY — As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, joined colleagues taking testimony on a variety of legislative
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 18
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 18, 1820, the beginning of the First Regular Session of the First General Assembly’s
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough Regarding Suicide Prevention Month
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement relating to Suicide Prevention Month, which runs throughout September: “Behavioral health awareness, especially
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 16, 2022
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
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Sept. 16
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the four measures the governor vetoed: Senate Bill 724, which would have modified provisions relating
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 16
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 16, 1817, the birthdate of former state rep. and U.S. Sen. Waldo Johnson.
Sen. Andrew Koenig’s Capitol Report for Sept. 15, 2022
Lawmakers Back in Session for Historic Tax Cuts Lawmakers have returned to the State Capitol not only for the annual veto session, but an extra legislative session.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Sept. 13
JEFFERSON CITY — Both the extra session and the annual veto session are scheduled to begin this week. Of the four measures vetoed this year,
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 12
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 12, 1961, the day former Gov. — and Missouri Sen. — Phil Donnelly passed
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Sept. 9
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 1720, which relates to agricultural tax credits. The governor vetoed this measure earlier
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 9
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 9, 1901, the day the first Missouri State Fair was held.
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2022
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,
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Sept. 8, 2022
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
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 8, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 8, 2022 Legislative Leaders Delay Start of Extra Session Leaders from both chambers have decided to delay the
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2022
Senator Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for Sept. 8, 2022 Please Join Us for Community Service Day on Saturday! Leadership Delays Start of Extra
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 7
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 7, 1955, the day the Kansas City School District began the process of desegregation.
Sen. Bill White Named a 2022 Legislative Champion for Independent Living
For Immediate Release: Sept. 6, 2022 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Named a 2022 Legislative Champion for Independent Living JEFFERSON CITY – State
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Sept. 6
JEFFERSON CITY — Agricultural tax credits may be part of both the upcoming extra and the annual veto session, both of which are scheduled to
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 6
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 6, 1937, the day the Missouri Board of Probation and Parole was established by
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Sept. 4
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Sept. 4, 1793, the day Edward Bates was born.
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Sept. 2
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate previews one of the issues that could be addressed in the upcoming extra session, as well
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Sept. 1, 2022
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
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 31
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 31, 1920, when Marie Byrum of Hannibal became the first Missouri woman to vote.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Aug. 30
JEFFERSON CITY — A tax rebate for state taxpayers was included in House Bill 2090, which the governor vetoed. Both the veto and the issue
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 30
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 30, 1852, start of the First — or Extra — Session of the 17th
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for the Week of Aug. 26
Governor Calls Extra Session to Enact Income Tax Cut On Aug. 22, the governor called an extra legislative session asking lawmakers to enact what he
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 29
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 29, 1933, the day the Missouri General Assembly ratified what would become the 21st
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 28
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 28, 1820, the date elections were held that put Missouri’s first officeholders into place.
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Aug. 26
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 2909, which redraws congressional maps; House Bill 1878, which relates to elections; House
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for Aug. 25, 2022
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
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 25, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Aug. 25, 2022 Governor Calls Extra Session At the end of June, the governor vetoed several agriculture tax credits
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Aug. 23
JEFFERSON CITY — House Bill 2909 is among this year’s new laws, and redraws Missouri’s congressional boundaries. House Bill 2005 makes changes to eminent domain
Sen. Jeanie Riddle Congratulates City of Silex for Receiving a Clean Water Engineering Report Grant
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
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Aug. 19
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bills 681 & 662, a new law that modifies provisions relating to elementary and
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
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for Aug. 18, 2022
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
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 17
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 17, 1845, the beginning of the state constitutional convention.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Aug. 16
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 681 and Senate Bill 662 have been combined to form this year’s omnibus education legislation.
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley Invites Community to Book Bag Giveaway Event
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, invites you to attend the 12th Annual Community Fair on Aug. 18 at the James J.
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington’s Legislative Column for Aug. 15, 2022
Petition to Legalize Recreational Cannabis Cleared for Nov. 8 Ballot This fall, Missouri voters will decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana use after the secretary
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Aug. 12
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 678 and Senate Joint Resolution 38, both of which relate to funding for
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 10
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 10, 1821, the day Missouri became the 24th state.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Aug. 9
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 678 is a new law that modifies provisions relating to funding for the Kansas City Police Department. The new law
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, D-Kansas City, invites educators, parents and concerned members of the community to participate in a public forum
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for Aug. 5
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 672, a new law that will modify provisions relating to workforce development. This
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 focused
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for Aug. 4
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 4, 1825, the day Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Abraham J. Williams was sworn
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer to Honor Companion Animal at Noyes Home
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer to Honor Companion Animal at Noyes Home Jefferson City — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, will present a certificate of recognition to
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for Aug. 2
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 672 will modify provisions relating to workforce development. This new law will take effect on Aug. 28.
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 29, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 29, 2022 Make Your Voice Heard Next Tuesday To help Missourians prepare for the upcoming elections, the secretary
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder and Senate Colleagues Invite Educators and the Public to Discuss Childhood Literacy
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
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for July 29
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews Senate Bill 652, which will provide a sales tax exemption for the sale of 2026
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 28, 2022
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
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 28, 2022
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
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for July 28, 2022
Saving Children From Traffickers Early in June of this year, federal authorities arrested 32 individuals in Missouri and Kansas and charged them with sexual trafficking
Sen. Doug Beck Shares Resources in Response to St. Louis Flash Floods
Senator Doug Beck Shares Resources in Response to St. Louis Flash Floods JEFFERSON CITY – In light of the recent flooding event in the St.
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for July 26
JEFFERSON CITY — Senate Bill 652 will provide a sales tax exemption for the sale of FIFA World Cup tickets to matches held in Jackson
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for July 25
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews July 25, 1933, the day the Missouri Department of Agriculture was created by the Missouri
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for July 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews the first meeting held by the Missouri Senate Interim Committee on Education.
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for July 22
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews was July 22, 1861, the day Hamilton Gamble was appointed Missouri’s new governor.
Sen. Mike Cierpiot’s Capitol Report for July 21, 2022
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.
Sen. Mike Bernskoetter’s Legislative Column for July 21, 2022
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
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for July 21
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews July 21, 1967, the day the Missouri Legislature chose to make Mozarkite the official state
Sen. Angela Walton Mosley Hosts Childhood Literacy Forum with Senate Colleagues
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Angela Walton Mosley, D-Florissant, along with her Senate colleagues, invites educators, parents and interested community members to a public forum
Sen. Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 20, 2022
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for July 20, 2022 Dial 988 in Times of Crisis Following its launch in Missouri on July 16, individuals may
Audio: The Missouri Senate Minute for July 19
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Senate Interim Committee on Education meets for the first time. The panel expects to gather again before submitting recommendations to
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for July 19
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews July 19, 1820, the day Missouri’s first constitution was adopted.
Sen. Justin Brown Schedules Second Hearing of Interim Immigration Committee
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Senate Interim Committee on Illegal Immigration will hold its second public hearing at 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 20, committee chairman
Sen. Karla Eslinger’s Legislative Column for July 15, 2022
Funding Education and Health Care The Missouri Constitution allows the governor 45 days after the close of the legislative session to veto bills passed by
Audio: This Week in the Missouri Senate for July 15
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate reviews House Bill 1878, a new law that modifies provisions for voter identification.
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
Audio: This Date in Missouri Senate History for July 15
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews July 15, 1820, the day former Missouri Gov. — and Sen. — Charles Henry Hardin
Statement from Sen. Lincoln Hough Regarding Workforce Development Legislation
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Lincoln Hough, R-Springfield, issued the following statement relating to the governor signing Senate Bill 672, the omnibus workforce development measure:
Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder’s Legislative Column for July 14, 2022
Dial 988 in Times of Crisis Every American knows the three-digit phone number to reach police and fire services. When we dial 911 anywhere in