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5-29-25 State Rep. Tricia Byrnes Urges Action on Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Services Following Local TragedyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Following the tragic loss of life through recent suicides in Representative Tricia Byrnes’ hometown of Wentzville, she is calling for action to reform and improve mental health response and mental health crisis prevention.

5-21-25 Statement on Royals/Chiefs Special SessionOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Mark A. Sharp today voiced his strong support for Governor Mike Kehoe’s consideration of a June special legislative session aimed at retaining Missouri’s world-class professional sports franchises.

5-20-25 House Speaker Jonathan Patterson Forms the 103rd General Assembly Future Caucus, State Representative Colin Wellenkamp to ChairOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Speaker of the House Jonathan Patterson has formed the Future Caucus of the 103rd General Assembly and selected State Representative Colin Wellenkamp to chair. The newly formed Future Caucus is intended to seek out and determine issues and challenges impacting the State of Missouri.

5-15-25 Working for Missouri Families: House Leadership Celebrates End of Session Successes On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, the Missouri House of Representatives’ leadership marked the successful end to the first regular session of the 103rd General Assembly at the Missouri State Capitol. Over the course of five months, the House of Representatives put Missouri families first and passed 67 bills.

5-15-25 VIDEO: House Republicans End of Session Media ConferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Republican leaders spoke about the legislation that was passed in the 2025 session on this, the session's final day, and fielded questions from reporters.

5-15-25 VIDEO: House Democrats End of Session Media ConferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Democrats discussed the 2025 session on this, its final day, and looked ahead to the summer months.

5-15-25 VIDEO: Missouri Legislative Black Caucus End of Session Media ConferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The Legislative Black Caucus assessed the 2025 session, which wrapped up today, and discussed plans for the interim.

5-15-25 VIDEO: House Intersectional Equality Caucus End of Session Media ConferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The House's Intersectional Equality Caucus discussed the 2025 legislative session on its final day, and looked ahead to its plans for the summer.

5-13-25 Rep. Tricia Byrnes Applauds Passage of Critical Radioactive Waste Investigation LegislationOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Tricia Byrnes this week celebrated the final passage of legislation aimed at enhancing the state’s ability to investigate radioactive contamination in the St. Charles and St. Louis region—a historic and deeply personal achievement for the lawmaker, who chairs the House Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs.

5-13-25 Statement from Rep. Marlene Terry Defending Independent Voices Amid Caucus TensionOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Marlene Terry released a statement affirming her commitment to represent her constituents with integrity following internal disagreements within the House Democratic Caucus.

5-9-25 Freshman Lawmaker Jeff Vernetti Celebrates Legislative Victory as HB 105 Heads to Governor’s DeskOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Jeff Vernetti has achieved a major legislative milestone with the Missouri Senate passage of his sponsored legislation, HCS HB 105.

5-9-25 House Republicans Pass Balanced State Operating Budget, Funding Education and Essential ServicesOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, Missouri House Republicans passed the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) state appropriations bills, fulfilling their constitutional mandate to reach a final agreement on the bills by Friday, May 9, and have delivered a sustainable and balanced budget.

5-9-25 House Republicans Pass Balanced State Operating Budget, Funding Education and Essential ServicesOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, Missouri House Republicans passed the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) state operating budget bills, fulfilling their constitutional duty to reach a final agreement on the bills by Friday, May 9, and have delivered a sustainable and balanced budget.

5-9-25 State Representative Terri Violet Celebrates Passage of Major Tax Reform Bill Supporting First RespondersOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Terri Violet is pleased to announce the passage of House Bill 594, which includes language from her legislation HB 1268, a measure that expands the ability of fire protection and ambulance districts to seek local sales tax support—an important reform for public safety across Missouri.

5-9-25 VIDEO: House Democrat media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Democrats discussed the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget that was sent to the governor this week, and addressed other issues from the penultimate week of the 2025 session.

5-9-25 VIDEO: House Republican media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Speaker Jon Patterson (R-Lee's Summit) and Appropriations Committee Chairman Dirk Deaton discussed the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget and other work from the penultimate week of session.

5-8-25 Missouri Legislature Passes Circuit Breaker ExpansionOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
New law would raise income limits for senior and disability tax relief, delivering long-overdue updates to the Circuit Breaker program

5-7-25 House Republicans Celebrate Cutting Taxes on Diapers, Period Products, and Capital GainsOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, House Republicans celebrate the passage of House Bill 594 and 508, landmark legislation that supports Missouri families and communities and makes the Show-Me State more competitive for businesses and entrepreneurs.

5-6-25 State Rep. Aaron Crossley Secures Passage of Legislation Supporting Families of Fallen First RespondersOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
This week, the Missouri General Assembly truly agreed to and finally passed SBs 81 and 71, which includes HB 1584, legislation sponsored by State Representative Aaron Crossley to extend the Line of Duty Compensation Act.

5-2-25 State Representative Carolyn Caton Celebrates Passage of HJR 23: Empowering Jackson County Voters On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Carolyn Caton proudly celebrates the passage of HJR 23. Pending voter approval, this constitutional amendment aims to require Jackson County to elect its county assessor, bringing it in line with every other county in Missouri.

5-2-25 An End to State Seizure of Foster Children's Benefits Headed to Governor's DeskOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House members were “shocked” to hear that children, particularly those who have already gone through a tragic life-altering event, who have lost their parents, were being “victimized,” as one lawmaker put it, by the state.

5-1-25 Speaker Jon Patterson Applauds Passage of HJR 23: Jackson County Voters Deserve a Say on Their AssessorOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Speaker Jon Patterson, R-Lee’s Summit, today announced the passage of House Joint Resolution 23, a measure that gives Jackson County residents the opportunity to elect their county assessor—the same as every other county in Missouri.

5-1-25 VIDEO: House Democrat media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Democrats assessed the past week and looked ahead to the final two weeks of the 2025 legislative session

5-1-25 VIDEO: House Republican media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Speaker of the House Jon Patterson (R-Lee's Summit) discussed this week's work and looked ahead to the final two weeks of the 2025 legislative session.

4-25-25 Missouri Tourism Commission Appointment On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brian Seitz has been appointed to the Missouri Tourism Commission by Speaker of the House Jonathan Patterson.

4-25-25 Rep. Keith Elliott’s Push to Protect Country-of-Origin Labeling Advances Out of Committee, Awaits Action on House FloorOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Keith Elliott’s effort to protect American agriculture and food transparency is gaining momentum in the Missouri House of Representatives.

4-25-25 State Representative Keith Elliott Announces Push for Improved Radar Storm Coverage for District 153On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Following a devastating series of tornadoes that claimed the lives of six citizens and caused widespread property damage, State Representative Keith Elliott is spearheading efforts to secure funding to address the critical lack of adequate radar storm coverage in the region encompassing Wayne, Carter, and Ripley Counties.

4-24-25 VIDEO : House Republican media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley (R-Springfield) addressed reporters and took questions regarding this week’s work in the House, and what’s coming next week.

4-24-25 VIDEO : House Democrats media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Democrats spoke to reporters and took questions about this week’s work in the House, and what is expected in the final three weeks of the legislative session.

4-25-25 House Unanimously Supports Banning NDAs in Child Sex Abuse CasesOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
NDAs have been a tool sexual predators use to protect themselves, and to be able to find and abuse new victims.

4-22-25 Representative Marty Murray Advances Key Investments for the 78th District in House BudgetOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Marty Murray proudly announces that the Missouri House of Representatives has passed its budget, advancing it to the Senate for further consideration. Through strategic negotiations and steadfast advocacy, Rep. Murray has championed over $2 million in targeted community investments that would directly benefit the 78th District and the broader St. Louis region.

4-17-25 House Republicans Pass Priority Pro-Life Legislation Protecting Women & ChildrenOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, House Republicans passed vital legislation to protect women and children and promote a culture of life in Missouri. House Joint Resolution 73 (HJR 73), upon voter approval, amends the State Constitution by repealing Article I, Section 36, and adopts a new section relating to reproductive health care.

4-17-25 Missouri: A Culture of Life House - Republicans Pass Priority Pro-Life Legislation, Protecting Women & ChildrenOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, House Republicans passed vital legislation to protect women and children and promote a culture of life in Missouri. Handled by Representative Brian Seitz, House Joint Resolution 73, upon voter approval, amends the State Constitution by repealing Article I, Section 36, and adopts a new section relating to reproductive health care.

4-17-25 VIDEO: House Republican media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Speaker of the House Jon Patterson (R-Lee's Summit) spoke to reporters and answered questions after the close of legislative business for the week.

4-17-25 VIDEO: House Democrat media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Democrats talked about the past week after the close of legislative business on Thursday.

4-18-25 House Votes to Stem Penalties when Tax Credits Meet CapsOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Many Missourians are already not a fan of tax filing day, which came this week. As Representative Becky Laubinger (R-Park Hills) explains, some of them have been surprised with additional reasons to be aggravated, in past years.

4-16-25 VIDEO: Missouri Legislative Black Caucus legislative updateOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Members of the Missouri Legislative Black Caucus addressed reporters and offered an update on its priorities in this legislative session.

4-15-25 VIDEO: Intersectional Equality Conference media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The House Intersectional Equality Conference addressed reporters and took questions.

4-10-25 House Passes Additional Protections Against Radioactive Waste ExposureOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, the House of Representatives passed State Representative Mark Matthiesen’s House Bill 516, which supports radioactive waste exposure victims as well as improves health and safety protections for Missourians in the St. Louis region. Rep. Matthiesen began this work in 2015 and continues to fight on behalf of the victims and their families affected by Coldwater Creek, West Lake Landfill and the Weldon Spring Munitions Site.

4-10-25 VIDEO: House Republican media conference On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley (R-Springfield) discussed the week that just wrapped up and looked ahead to next week in the House.

4-10-25 VIDEO: House Democrats media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Democrats discussed what happened this week and looked ahead in the House.

4-7-25 State Representative Louis Riggs Secures Vital Funding for Marion County Port AuthorityOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Louis Riggs has successfully secured $4 million in the House of Representatives Budget for the Marion County Port Authority, a crucial investment in Northeast Missouri’s economic infrastructure.

4-3-25 House Republicans Pass Balanced State Budget: Historic Investments in Education, Public Safety, and Transportation while Ensuring a Sustainable and Balanced BudgetOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, Missouri House Republicans passed the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) state appropriations bills, a balanced state budget with historic investments in education, public safety, and transportation.

4-3-25 VIDEO: House Democrats weekly media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Democrats addressed reporters and fielded questions after this week's work in the House, which included sending the Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal to the Senate.

4-3-25 VIDEO: House Republicans weekly media conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Republicans spoke about advancing the proposed state budget for fiscal year 2026 to the Senate.

4-2-25 Freshman Lawmaker Jeff Vernetti Scores Major Legislative Wins, Sending Key Bills to the SenateOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
In a significant achievement for State Representative Jeff Vernetti, the Missouri House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed legislation that he sponsored, advancing them to the Senate for further consideration. With a unanimous 152-0 vote, HCS HB 105 has successfully cleared the House, while HCS for HBs 44 & 426 passed with near-unanimous approval at 147-1.

4-2-25 Missouri House Passes State Rep. Voss’ Coroner Reform Bill with Broad Bipartisan SupportOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The Missouri House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1122 with an overwhelming vote of 149-1. Sponsored by State Representative John Voss, this legislation strengthens the qualifications and training standards for county coroners in Missouri, ensuring that the men and women responsible for conducting death investigations have the education and resources they need to perform their duties effectively.

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