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1-29-25 State Rep. John Voss Introduces Legislation to Modernize Standards and Requirements for Missouri CoronersOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative John Voss has announced legislation for the 2025 legislative session aimed at modernizing Missouri’s coroner offices. The proposed bill, HB 1122, introduces mandatory annual training requirements for coroners and their deputies, increases pay parity with other county officials, and establishes a grant program to support training expenses for smaller counties.

1-29-25 State Rep. Tara Peters and State Senator Patty Lewis File Companion Bills to Expand Women’s Health Care AccessOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Tara Peters (R-Rolla) and State Senator Patty Lewis (D-Kansas City) have filed companion bills for the 2025 legislative session aimed at significantly improving women’s access to quality health care services in Missouri.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Bromley will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Utilities, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Brown will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Higher Education and Workforce Development, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Casteel will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Commerce, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Farnan will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Conservation and Natural Resources, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Griffith will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Veterans and Armed Forces, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Jones will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Children and Families, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Keathley will serve as Chairman of a key committee, General Laws, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Knight will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Professional Registration and Licensing, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Lewis will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Elementary and Secondary Education, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Mayhew will serve as Chairman of key committees, Corrections and Public Institutions, and the Joint Committee on Transportation Oversight for the 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Owen will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Financial Institutions, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Parker will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Judiciary, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 Committee Chair Assignment 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Pollitt will serve as Chairman of a key committee, Legislative Review, for the Missouri House of Representatives' 103rd General Assembly.

1-28-25 VIDEO: House Democrat response to State of the State AddressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Democrats responded to today's State of the State Address from Governor Mike Kehoe

1-24-25 HB 1024 Defunding Diversity, Equity, and InclusionOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Mark Meirath proudly announced the filing of House Bill 1024, also known as the “Defunding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Elementary and Secondary Education Act”.

1-24-25 HB 920 Teachers Property Tax ReliefOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Mike Jones has introduced House Bill 920, known as the Active Teacher Property Tax Exemption Act, which is directed at providing real property tax relief to active classroom teachers across Missouri.

1-24-25 HB 921 Disabled Veteran Property Tax ReliefOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Mike Jones introduced House Bill 921 to the House, which could lower or eliminate property taxes for disabled veterans.

1-24-25 HB 930 Foreign Unmanned Aircraft LawOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Mark Meirath proudly announced the filing of House Bill 930, also known as the Foreign Unmanned Aircraft Law.

1-24-25 HB 939 Consumer HousingOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Newly elected State Representative Mike Jones has introduced House Bill 939, which is aimed at restoring consumers’ ability to choose affordable housing options while ensuring safety and health standards.

1-23-25 Committee Assignments 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Colin Wellenkamp assigned to key House committees for 103rd General Assembly

1-23-25 Representative Peggy McGaugh Selected to Serve as Chair of House Administration and Accounts Committee: A Historic First for MissouriOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Peggy McGaugh, R-Carrollton, has been selected to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Missouri House of Representatives. House Speaker Designee Jon Patterson made the announcement last week that starting in January 2025, McGaugh will serve as chair of the House Administration and Accounts Committee for the 103rd General Assembly, making her the first female to hold this position in Missouri’s legislative history.

1-22-25 Rep. Marty Joe Murray Files HB 899 to Expedite Filling Vacancies in the Missouri General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Marty Joe Murray has filed new legislation to ensure Missourians have consistent representation in the Missouri General Assembly. HB 899 would require the governor to issue a writ of election within seven days of being notified of the death of a member in the House or Senate, unless the vacancy occurs after the last Tuesday in March of an election year.

1-22-25 State Rep. Brad Christ Receives Committee Assignments for the 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Rep. Brad Christ is honored to announce his newly appointed committee assignments for the legislative session, as selected by House Speaker Jonathan Patterson. Rep. Christ is to serve as Chair of the Emerging Issues Committee and will also serve as a member of the Rules Committee and the Special Committee on Tax Policy.

1-22-25 State Rep. Dane Diehl Appointed Chair of House Committee on Insurance for the 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Representative Dane Diehl, serving Missouri’s 125?? District, has been appointed by House Speaker Jonathan (Jon) Patterson as Chairman of the House Committee on Insurance.

1-22-25 House Renews Effort to End State Seizure of Foster Children's BenefitsOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Legislators expressed shock and disbelief when they were first introduced to this issue in 2024.

1-21-25 Newly Elected State Representative Brandon Phelps Receives Committee Assignments for 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brandon Phelps is proud to announce his House committee assignments for this legislative session, as designated by House Speaker Jonathan Patterson. Rep. Phelps will serve on four key House committees: Crime and Public Safety, Financial Institutions, Insurance, and Professional Registration and Licensing for the Missouri House of Representatives in the 103rd General Assembly.

1-17-25 Newly Elected State Representative John Simmons Assigned to Key Leadership Roles on House Committees for 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative John Simmons is proud to announce his newly appointed committee assignments for this legislative session, as designated by House Speaker Jonathan Patterson. Rep. Simmons will serve on four key House committees: Elections, General Laws, Utilities (as Vice Chair), and the Special Committee on Tax Policy (as Vice Chair).

1-17-25 Speaker Patterson Reopens Historic House LoungeOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, Speaker Jon Patterson announced that he is reopening the historic House Lounge to public tours effective today, Friday, January 17, 2025. Under COVID protocols, this space was closed to the public and available only upon approval by the Speaker of the House during the legislative session. Now, the House Lounge will be reopened for tours except during special events.

1-17-25 State Rep. Mike Jones Receives Committee Assignments for the 103rd General AssemblyOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Mike Jones is proud to announce his appointment to three influential committees in the Missouri House for the duration of this legislative session. After being appointed by House Speaker Jonathan Patterson, Rep. Jones is to serve on the Economic Development, Emerging Issues, and Veterans and Armed Forces Committees. These assignments place Rep. Jones at the forefront of critical legislative efforts that directly impact Missourians.

1-17-25 State Representative Bennie Cook Elected as House Republican Conference Chair On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Bennie Cook has been elected as the Republican Conference Chair for the Missouri House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 legislative session.

1-17-25 State Representative Meirath Selected for House Pro-Life Working GroupOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, State Rep. Mark Meirath made the following statement after being selected by Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson to join the House working group dedicated to addressing the state of pro-life issues in Missouri following the passage of Amendment 3.

1-16-25 Speaker Patterson Announces 32 House Committees, Names ChairsOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Today, House Speaker Jon Patterson announced the formation of 32 House Committees and named his Committee Chair selections for the 103rd General Assembly.

1-16-25 State Rep. Dirk Deaton Named Chair of House Budget CommitteeOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Speaker Jon Patterson today announced the selection of State Representative Dirk Deaton, R-Noel, to serve as the chairman of the House Budget Committee for the 103rd General Assembly. Deaton, who for the last four years has served as the vice chairman of the powerful committee, will lead the House as it works to craft a multi-billion-dollar state operating budget during the 2025 legislative session.

1-15-25 VIDEO: Rep. O'Donnell bids the House 'farewell'On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Rep. Michael O'Donnell resigned to accept a position with the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, becoming the state's Commissioner of Securities.

1-15-25 State Representative Wick Thomas Introduces HJR 60 to Modernize Missouri’s Definition of MarriageOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Wick Thomas has proudly introduced House Joint Resolution 60, which is a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at modernizing the language surrounding marriage in the Constitution of Missouri.

1-13-25 Rep. Louis Riggs Files Bill to Provide Personal Property Tax Relief for Missouri TaxpayersOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Louis Riggs (R-Hannibal) has filed HB 859, which will provide every Missouri taxpayer with a Missouri income tax deduction for every dollar they paid in personal property tax.

1-13-25 State Representative Louis Riggs Takes on MoDot with New Legislation to Empower Local Communities On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Louis Riggs announced the filing of House Bill 759, which proposes to increase transparency and accountability in Missouri’s transportation planning process. HB 759 would provide a pathway for local officials to challenge decisions made by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) regarding the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).

1-10-25 State Representative Murray Announces Legislative Priorities for 2025 SessionOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Marty Joe Murray today unveiled his ambitious legislative priorities for the 2025 session, focusing on public safety, economic development, education, consumer protection, and strengthening civic engagement. The legislative agenda reflects Rep. Murray’s commitment to addressing pressing issues impacting Missouri residents while delivering tangible solutions for the state.

1-9-25 Working for Missouri Families: Speaker Patterson Delivers Welcome AddressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Speaker Jonathan (Jon) Patterson delivered a welcome address to the House of Representatives during the first regular session of the 103rd General Assembly at the Missouri State Capitol.

1-7-25 State Rep. Brad Christ Files Legislation to Establish “Kratom Consumer Protection Act”On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Chris has pre-filed House Bill 504, which aims to protect consumers and ensure the safety of kratom products sold in Missouri with the establishment of the “Kratom Consumer Protection Act”. HB 504 is a reintroduction of previously filed HB 912 in 2023.

1-6-25 State Rep. Brad Christ Pre-Files Bill to Raise Minimum Age to Purchase Tobacco Products On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Christ announced the pre-filing of House Bill 503, which aims to protect Missouri youth by raising the minimum age to buy cigarettes to 21. Missouri law currently requires buyers to be 18 or older.

1-3-25 State Rep. Brad Christ Files HB 502 to Ensure Transparent and Honest Medical BillingOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
In an effort to increase transparency and fairness in medical billing practices across the Show-Me State, State Representative Brad Christ has filed House Bill 502, also known as the "Honest Billing Act”. This legislation is designed to protect patients from unexpected charges and ensure they are receiving clear, honest billing for their outpatient medical services.

1-2-25 State Rep. Brad Christ Pre-Files Legislation to Create Tax Credit for Amateur SportsOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Christ announced the pre-filing of House Bill 501, a refiling of his previous House Bill 1483 from the 2024 legislative session. HB 501 aims to create a tax credit program for amateur sports across the state.

12-30-24 State Representative Brad Christ Files Legislation to Protect Privacy of Biometric InformationOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Christ has filed House Bill 500, the "Biometric Information Privacy Act," aimed at safeguarding the biometric data of Missouri citizens from misuse, unauthorized collection, and exploitation.

12-27-24 Rep. Brad Christ files HB 499 to encourage investment in distressed communitiesOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
An effort to spur investment in some of the areas of Missouri in most need of development is one of the bills proposed by State Representative Brad Christ, for the upcoming legislative session. House Bill 499 would establish Earnings Tax Opportunity Zones in areas designated by federal law as “distressed communities.” City earnings taxes would not be imposed on salaries of those who live in or perform work in those zones, or on the profits of businesses who perform work in those zones.

12-26-24 State Rep. Brad Christ Pre-Files Legislation Seeking to Establish Charter Schools in St. Louis County On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Christ has pre-filed House Bill 498, which mirrors the intent of his prior House Bill 1485, which was introduced during the 2024 legislative session. This bill seeks to expand educational opportunities for students by authorizing charter schools to operate in St. Louis County.

12-24-24 Proposal from Rep. Brad Christ would increase fairness and efficiency of workers’ compensation in MissouriOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Significant reforms meant to protect Missouri businesses, while strengthening and increasing fairness in the state’s workers’ compensation program, have been proposed for the 2025 legislative session by State Representative Brad Christ, R-St. Louis.

12-23-24 Free College Tuition for First Responders and their Dependents Proposed by State Rep. Brad Christ On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri’s first responders put their lives at risk on a regular basis to protect and serve others, and State Representative Brad Christ wants to honor their dedication with free tuition to the state’s public colleges and universities, when they pursue an associate degree or baccalaureate degree related to a career as a first responder.

12-20-24 State Rep. Brad Christ Files Legislation to Enhance Public Law Enforcement and Address St. Louis Public Safety CrisisOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
In an effort to improve public safety throughout the Show-Me State, Representative Brad Christ has filed House Bill 495, a comprehensive legislative effort designed to enhance public safety measures, improve law enforcement accountability, and address critical issues affecting the communities across Missouri. The bill, which covers topics ranging from police department oversight to stricter penalties for dangerous activities, underscores a commitment to making Missouri’s cities safer and more secure for all residents.

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