I will have to read the paper or watch the news to find out who won the elections just like everyone else. I hope my predictions and prayers for a conservative government come true.
What I do …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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11/6/24
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As October begins, the Missouri Legislature shifts its focus away from the recent veto session and toward preparations for the upcoming 2025 legislative session. In the final months of each year, …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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10/9/24
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I’m back.
Last week I traveled to the Mexico border near McAllen, Texas. The trip gave several legislators from around the country the opportunity to have a firsthand look at the …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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9/25/24
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A few times each month, a staff member in the Missouri House prepares of summary of information relevant to week. I have copied his report for your review. If any of the …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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9/11/24
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On the heels of the Governor’s deployment of Missouri National Guard and the Missouri Highway Patrol to the Southern border, myself, Rep. Tim Taylor, and Rep. Mark Matthiesen began planning our …
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7/3/24
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The paper toss is a symbolic gesture noting the end of the legislative session. I think it was also a gesture of my frustration.
The session ended too soon and there was still a lot of good work …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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5/22/24
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The curious activities at the Capitol create an atmosphere of political adventure.
Monday ended the ethics committee persecution of the Speaker of the House. During the last seven months the …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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5/8/24
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In a unanimous 150-0 decision, the Missouri House has passed HB 2797, a bill that underscores the state’s commitment to honoring its local heroes by designating various highways and bridges …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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5/1/24
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The legislation that weighed heaviest on my shoulders this session is Senate Bill 727.
It is a large omnibus education bill that we were told fixes everything. We were told by the bill sponsor …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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4/24/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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3/20/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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3/13/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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2/28/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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2/21/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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2/14/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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1/31/24
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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 …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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1/17/24
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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. …
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By State Rep. Bruce Sassmann, Missouri’s 61st District
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12/20/23
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