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House budget allocations being considered
The big news this week is our first glimpse of the budget. It was a teaser or official trailer for the next entertainment program. Thursday morning House Budget Chairman Cody Smith released the … more
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Not in my backyard
This week I took a special interest in HB1751. The bill would stop the development of a landfill in Kansas City.   Those wanting to stop the development say the landfill will do … more
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Committed to Constitution in prayer
Everyday our session begins with a prayer and the pledge of allegiance. The prayer is usually lead by the Reverend Monsignor Robert A. Kurwicki, Chaplain. But, this past Thursday the Monsignor … more
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Strengthening crime law with legislation
I will be one of many to extend my sympathies to the victims and families suffering from the tragedies along the parade route in Kansas City. However, this tragedy is not just about a few. We are all … more
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Special guests speak in House sessions; ‘Regulatory Sandbox Act’ to Senate
The highlights this past week in the Missouri House of Representatives included a visit from Israeli Consul General, Maor Elbiz-Starinsky. He spoke out from the dais against the horrific … more
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It’s great to be here
BY State Rep. Bruce Sassmann Missouri’s 61st District   I want to start by saying “thank you” to the city and the citizens of Gerald for being the first … more
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We are off to a running start
In the first two weeks of Session, Speaker Dean Plocher has referred over 200 bills to committee, including legislation to fight crime, promoting school choice and parent’s rights in the their … more
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
I look back on the year and hope I’ve done my part to make our state a better place to live, work, and play. I know most of you work hard every day for your families and for your community. … more
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Starting over from scratch in House
The first day of filing new bills for the next legislative session was last Friday, Dec. 1st. You might find it interesting to know that legislation in the pipeline from the last session is … more
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Dec. 1 filing to include trail fence funding
Dec. 1 is the first day of filing new legislation to be heard this next legislative session beginning Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024. One of the bills I will file this year addresses landowner concerns … more
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There is always something to be thankful for in Missouri
For your benefit, there are community leaders gathering in Montgomery County to discuss economic development for the region. There are those working behind the scenes to bring economic … more
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Sharing a colleague’s thoughts on today’s society
I wish I could have been so skillful to put these feeling in words.     Senator Cindy O’Laughin’s capitol report this week is better than anything I could have written. I … more
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Update: Missouri General Revenue collections
As a Republican lead legislature, we look for ways to decrease the burden of taxes on every household and at the same time respond to the services you want and need. In the collective view, we all … more
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Missouri State Fair records nearly 350,000 for 2023 attendance
The Missouri State Fair, held from Aug. 10 to Aug. 20, 2023, welcomed nearly 350,000 visitors this year. This marks an approximate two-and-a-half percent increase from the previous year’s … more
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Added responsibilities
While state legislators were in Jefferson City for the annual veto session on Sept. 13, Missouri Speaker of the House Dean Plocher appointed me as Trustee to the Missouri Humanities Council Trust … more
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House votes for veto overrides; Senate does not
With more than 60 bills finally signed into law and taking effect last month, the Missouri General Assembly returned to the Missouri State Capitol on Sept. 13 for the annual veto session. During … more
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Expanding broadband through SB 25
More than 60 bills passed through the Missouri General Assembly this year, and after receiving the signature from Missouri Governor Mike Parson, those bills have now become law, effective Aug. 28. … more
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An update on the drought (Part 2 of 2)
Despite recent widespread rains bringing some much-needed relief, Missouri is still suffering under serious drought conditions. According to the Missouri Drought Assessment Committee, nearly 92% of … more
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Several education issues address in new state laws (Part 1 of 2)
Dozens of new laws are set to take effect at the end of August, with the work of the Missouri Legislature in the 2023 legislative session finally coming to fruition. Several new laws and … more
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New laws set to take effect Aug. 28 (Part 2 of 2)
More than 60 new laws passed during the 2023 legislative session will take effect at the end of the month, having received Governor Mike Parson’s signature in July. Here is a look at some of … more
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