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
Category: Press Release
Sen. 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
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. 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
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. 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. 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. 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
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
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
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
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. 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. 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. 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
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer Welcomes Students from St. Therese School to Capitol
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, was pleased to welcome eighth grade students from St. Therese School of Platte County to the Missouri
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
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.
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
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Property Tax Assessment Cap Resolution Moves to House
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, that will place authority to cap property assessment increases before voters has cleared 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. 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
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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,
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.
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. 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. 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.
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
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
Sen. Bill White Honored with the 2021 Legislative Advocate of the Year Award from St. Louis Children’s Hospital
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, is one of two honored recipients of the St. Louis Children’s Hospital’s (SLCH) 2021 Legislative Advocate of
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s KCPD Funding Bill Passes Senate
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, to increase funding for the Kansas City Police Department was approved by the Missouri
Sen. Andrew Koenig and Rep. Hannah Kelly Introduce Legislation to Add “Protect Children First” Amendment to the Missouri Constitution
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Andrew Koenig, R-Manchester, and Rep. Hannah Kelly, R-Mountain Grove, have introduced identical joint resolutions that would add a “Protect Children
Sen. Rick Brattin Files Legislation Combatting Illegal Immigration
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, filed legislation this week to fight illegal immigration and protect Missourians from the ongoing crisis at the
Sen. Barbara Anne Washington Encourages Female High School Seniors to Apply for Women Legislators Scholarship
JEFFERSON CITY — The women legislators of the Missouri House of Representatives and the Missouri Senate have established a one-time scholarship opportunity for young ladies
Sen. Justin Brown’s Legislation Expands Castle Doctrine Protections
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Justin Brown, R-Rolla, has filed legislation to provide additional protection to Missourians who defend themselves or others from death or
Senator Tony Luetkemeyer’s Election Integrity Bill Heard in Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, to increase election integrity in Missouri was heard by the Senate Local Government and
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Gun Free Zone Legislation Passes Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his Senate Bill 752 passed the Senate General Laws Committee on March 1.
Sen. Steven Roberts Files Refugee Bill in Wake of Ongoing Crises in Ukraine and Afghanistan
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has filed legislation to assist refugees following the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine this past week,
Sen. Eric Burlison Sponsors Legislation to Combat Porch Piracy
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, presented Senate Bill 919 to the Senate Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee on Monday, Feb.
Sen. Greg Razer Presents Texting Ban Legislation to Senate Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, presented legislation that would prohibit drivers from using cellphones while operating a vehicle on Missouri roads,
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Proposes Tax Exemption for Law Enforcement Officers
JEFFERSON CITY — Law enforcement officers would owe no Missouri state income tax on their salaries once legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, is
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Presents Property Assessment Cap to Senate Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, presented legislation to protect homeowners from runaway property tax assessments to the Missouri Senate Ways and Means
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Proposes Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans
JEFFERSON CITY — Fully disabled military veterans would owe no Missouri property tax on their home if legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, is
Sen. Eric Burlison’s Bill to Defend Life and Defund Planned Parenthood Passes Senate Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, is proud to announce his legislation to stop abortion providers from receiving Medicaid funding or any other
Sen. Rick Brattin Files Pro-Second Amendment Bills
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, announces he has filed two important pro-Second Amendment bills in the Missouri Senate. The first bill expands
Sen’s. Jill Schupp and Steven Roberts Co-Sponsor “Truth in Medicine Act”
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, is co-sponsoring legislation carried by Sen. Jill Schupp, D-Creve Coeur, aimed at providing more transparency in
New Children’s Book Recalls the Lives of Missouri’s 36 Female State Senators
Project Aimed at Encouraging Literacy and Inspiring Young Readers JEFFERSON CITY — Throughout the entire history of Missouri, more than 1,150 individuals have served in
Sen. Doug Beck’s Legislation to Protect Taxpayers from Attorney General’s Lawsuits Gains Momentum
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
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Catch Predators and Achieve Justice for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Catch Predators and Achieve Justice for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Senator Arthur says organizations that cover
Sen. Greg Razer Files Legislation to Convey Land for KC Current Soccer Stadium
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, has filed legislation to convey a piece of excess property currently owned by the Missouri Department
Sen. Steven Roberts To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic and Food Drive
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, announces he will host a COVID-19 testing, vaccination, and food drive on Sunday, Jan. 23, from
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Presents Max’s Law to Increase Penalty for Killing K-9 Officers
JEFFERSON CITY — Causing injury or death to a police dog would be an enhanced felony offense under legislation presented to the Senate Judiciary Committee
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Bill to Increase KCPD Funding Advances Out of Committee
JEFFERSON CITY — Efforts by the City of Kansas City to defund the Kansas City Police Department received a blow this week as legislation increasing
Sen. Rick Brattin Files Bill to Fight Jackson County COVID Tyranny
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, filed legislation this week fighting back against an effort in the Jackson County Legislature to circumvent state
Senate Committee Hears Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer’s Bills to Prevent KCPD Defunding
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation to increase funding for the Kansas City Police Department was among the first bills considered during the 2022 legislative session by
Sen. John Rizzo Files “Back the Blue Act” to Protect Missouri’s Law Enforcement Community
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
Sen. Greg Razer Proposes Bill to Cut Down on Distracted Driving
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Greg Razer, D-Kansas City, has introduced legislation that would prohibit drivers from using cellphones while operating a vehicle on Missouri
Sen. Bill White Sponsors Legislation to Honor Veterans and Help Military Members and their Families
For Immediate Release: Jan. 6, 2022 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Sponsors Legislation to Honor Veterans and Help Military Members and their Families
Sen. Dave Schatz Announces New Chief of Staff
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
Sen. Steven Roberts Files Jobs Bill
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, has pre-filed legislation aimed at workforce development in the Show-Me State, specifically aimed at both veterans
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Help Missourians with Diabetes by Capping Insulin Costs at $30
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,
Sen. Steven Roberts to Host Online Fountain Park – Lewis Place Development Meeting
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, will be hosting a Zoom meeting with developer Kevin Baker and community members to discuss the
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Reduce Gun Crimes by Closing the Domestic Violence Loophole
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
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Pre-files Property Tax Protections
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has pre-filed legislation to protect homeowners from runaway property tax assessments. Senator Luetkemeyer’s proposal to cap assessment
Sen. Bill White Sponsors Legislation to Protect Missourians in Residential Care Facilities
For Immediate Release: Dec. 6, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Sponsors Legislation to Protect Missourians in Residential Care Facilities Jefferson City —
Sen. Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Improve Student Achievement and High School Graduation Rates
For Immediate Release: Dec. 6, 2021 Contact: Elliott Usher, 573-751-5282 Senator Lauren Arthur Files Legislation to Improve Student Achievement and High School Graduation Rates JEFFERSON
Sen. Bill White Pre-Files Legislation to Secure and Strengthen the Election Process
For Immediate Release: Dec. 2, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senator Bill White Pre-Files Legislation to Secure and Strengthen the Election Process JEFFERSON CITY —
Sen. Denny Hoskins Seeks State Regulation of Video Lottery Terminals
JEFFERSON CITY — Under legislation filed by State Sen. Denny Hoskins, R-Warrensburg, illegal gaming devices currently in use throughout the state would be replaced with
Sen. Jill Schupp Files Legislation to Extend Health Care for Women After Childbirth
JEFFERSON CITY — New moms accessing insurance through Medicaid would receive health care for an entire year following childbirth if legislation introduced by State Sen.
Sen. Eric Burlison Pre-Files Legislation to Strengthen Stand Your Ground Law
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, announces he has pre-filed legislation to strengthen Missouri’s Stand Your Ground law. “Sadly, we have recently watched the
Sen. Eric Burlison Pre-Files Legislation Prohibiting Medicaid Funding for Abortion Providers
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, has pre-filed legislation to prohibit abortion providers from receiving Medicaid funding or any other type of state
Sen. Eric Burlison Promotes Election Integrity through Pre-Filed Legislation
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Eric Burlison, R-Battlefield, pre-filed legislation in the Missouri Senate to promote election integrity in the Show-Me State. The legislation prohibits
Senate Interim Committee Concludes Medicaid Accountability Investigation
For Immediate Release: Dec. 1, 2021 Contact: Mike Kelley, 573-751-2173 Senate Interim Committee Concludes Medicaid Accountability Investigation Jefferson City — The Missouri Senate Interim Committee
Sen. John Rizzo Proposes Parents’ Bill of Rights Ahead of Legislative Session
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
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Proposes Improvements to Election Security
JEFFERSON CITY — Legislation filed by State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, would make elections more secure and help prevent voter fraud in Missouri. A bill
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Files Bill Increasing Penalty for Killing K-9 Officers
JEFFERSON CITY — Taking the life of a police dog would carry additional penalties if the Legislature enacts a bill sponsored by State Sen. Tony
Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer Files Bill to Protect KCPD Funding
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, pre-filed legislation for the 2022 session that will shield the Kansas City Police Department from budget cuts