I returned to Jefferson City this past week to attend the bill signing ceremony for my Senate Bill 912. In addition to simplifying the process for veterans to apply for disabled license plates … more

The final gavel pounded on May 17, signaling the end of the 2024 legislative session and my second year as your state senator. While floor discussions were contentious and slow-moving at times, … more

The brave men and women who have answered the call to protect and serve our country will greatly benefit from the General Assembly’s passage of my veterans care package. Now awaiting the … more

The final weeks of April have been a whirlwind for me in Jefferson City with presenting bills to committees, moving proposals forward and listening to the concerns and successes of visitors from our … more

After a lengthy debate unfolded into the early hours of April 10, the Senate passed House Bill 2634 to prohibit state funding for abortion facilities and their affiliates in Missouri, such as Planned … more

One of the best phrases a senator can hear on the floor is about their sponsored legislation is “The bill is declared perfected and ordered printed.” At this stage, the language has … more

The Senate wrapped up the week (before Easter) by sending several proposals to the House of Representatives for consideration. One of these was my Senate Bill 912, which was inspired by a … more

The annual legislative spring break was held this past week through March 24, and I’m enjoying this time I can spend with my family and our community. Here is what we worked on before we … more