HB 807 -- OFFICIAL STATE WATERWAY

SPONSOR:  Wilson (130)

COMMITTEE ACTION:  Voted "do pass by consent" by the Committee on
Tourism by a vote of 11 to 0.

This bill designates the Missouri River as the official state
waterway.

FISCAL NOTE:  No impact on state funds in FY 2010, FY 2011, and
FY 2012.

PROPONENTS:  Supporters say that the Missouri River was chosen
because it shares our state's name and provides water to more
than 50% of the state.  The river reflects our history and
culture because Lewis and Clark began their expedition of the
territory gained from the Louisiana Purchase on this river.  The
river travels across the state, passing directly in front of the
State Capitol and has been critical for transportation and
economic development throughout Missouri's history.

Testifying for the bill were Representative Wilson (130); Dylan
Graber; and Sean Wilson.

OPPONENTS:  There was no opposition voiced to the committee.

Missouri House of Representatives
95th General Assembly, 1st Regular Session
Last Updated November 17, 2009 at 9:25 am