JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 7, 1861, beginning of the second week of the Regular Session of the 21st General Assembly.
From the founding of our state 200 years ago, ordinary citizens from all walks of life have stepped forward to serve in Missouri’s General Assembly. Farmers, merchants, lawyers, community leaders and many other Missourians took time away from families and …
The Legislative Session Begins The Second Regular Session of Missouri’s 101st General Assembly got underway this week. Each Missouri “General Assembly” – the combined Legislature, consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives – continues for two …
Another session of the Missouri Legislature kicked off this week in Jefferson City, and I don’t think it’s a stretch to say this year’s is one of the most important we’ve ever had. I know I’m not alone in feeling angry and frustrated by what is going on in …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, discusses opening of the 2022 legislative session, some of her priority legislation and other happenings around the 33rd Senatorial District. To download this audio, please right-click on the file …
The 2022 Session Begins This past week I returned to Jefferson City for the start of the 2022 legislative session. It was great to get back to the Capitol and reconnect with my colleagues. We have many important issues ahead of us in the next five months, …
With the start of the 2022 legislative session, we have a lot to accomplish between now and the middle of May. Most important is passing the state operating budget for the next fiscal year. In fact, this is the only constitutional requirement of the …
2022 Legislative Session Kicks-Off The Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly began on Jan. 5. The usual four-and-half-month marathon that is the Missouri General Assembly’s annual legislative session promises to be a busy one, as lawmakers …
Jefferson City – Missouri State Sen. Steven Roberts, D-St. Louis, discusses the anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021, attacks on the U.S. Capitol.
The State Capitol is once again alive with the rush of legislative activity, as the Second Regular Session of the 101st General Assembly gets underway. This legislative session, which began on Jan. 5, is sure to be a busy one with a packed agenda. In …
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 roads, with some exemptions. Senate Bill 713, introduced at the start of the 2022 …
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 “Back the Blue Act” to repeal several provisions of state law contained within 2021’s House …
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 of chief of staff for his office, effective immediately. Thompson, who is staffing the …
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 Jefferson City — State Sen. Bill White, R-Joplin, announces he is sponsoring …
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Jan. 6, 2022 For Auld Lang Syne Many sing the lyrics of Auld Lang Syne, a classic Scottish tune, during their midnight toast on New Year’s Eve to bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new. Although the song …
Coming Together to Move Missouri Forward Wednesday, Jan. 5, marked the beginning of the 2022 legislative session. As president pro tem of the Missouri Senate, the first day of session provided me with the opportunity to address my fellow senators and lay …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 4, 1860, the day the Missouri General Assembly put in the place actions to create Missouri’s first board of education.
The Missouri General Assembly is gearing up for this year’s legislative session, which officially begins at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 5. State senators and representatives have been busy compiling bills full of new ideas to make Missouri law more efficient …
Legislative Resolutions for the New Year It’s a tradition this time of year to reflect on the past 12 months and consider things we’d like to change or improve. Often our New Year’s resolutions relate to personal habits. Whether our goal is to stop smoking …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Jan. 3, 1827, the final day of the Fourth General Assembly.
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