Several new Missouri laws taking effect by the end of August are bringing changes to health care access, insurance coverage, pharmacy services, maternal health, disability services, and protections … more

Missouri’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget is now in effect following the Governor’s approval of the state’s operating and capital improvement appropriations bills. The budget authorizes … more

As Missourians celebrate Independence Day, this year’s observance carries special significance. July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the … more

A crying shame is a situation that makes you sad or disappointed. For some of us, a crying shame also describes legislation passed in opposition to those issues we are so passionate about. The … more

State lawmakers have advanced to the ballot a misleading tax scheme that would result in a massive tax hike for most Missourians. While the richest Missourians will pad their investment accounts, the … more

On Tuesday, the members of the legislature were asked to vote on a resolution that could eliminate state income tax and replace the current revenue source with a new sales tax.  It is the … more

As you might guess, the last weeks before the end of session will yield an abundance of new laws. Session ends May 15th.  Bills that may eventually become law are already in the … more

Session starts today. I have pre-filed a dozen pieces of legislation and have a few more to be drafted. As of Dec. 17th, over 900 bills have been pre-filed in the House. The list grows … more

If you are amused by Missouri politics, there are plenty of reasons to sit up and take notice.     A new lawsuit has been filed in Cole County challenging the ballot summary … more