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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.

12-19-24 Rep. Brad Christ Files Legislation to Strengthen Law Enforcement and Address St. Louis Public Safety CrisisOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Christ has filed House Bill 494 to bolster law enforcement and ensure safer communities in Missouri, particularly in the St. Louis region. Filed on December 9, this legislation focuses on supporting police officers, streamlining oversight, and addressing compensation to enhance public safety.

12-18-24 Representative Brad Christ Announces Legislative Priorities for 2025 SessionOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Brad Christ today announced his slate of bills for the 2025 legislative session, focusing on public safety, economic growth, and consumer protection. The comprehensive legislative agenda reflects Rep. Christ’s commitment to addressing critical issues impacting Missouri residents.

12-16-24 Speaker Designee Jon Patterson to Form Committee to Evaluate Efficiency in State GovernmentOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Missouri House Speaker Designee Jon Patterson today announced his intent to form the new Standing Committee on Government Efficiency dedicated to rooting out waste and fiscal excess in the new legislative session.

12-13-24 State Representative Jeff Vernetti ‘Entrepreneur Rights Act’ to Support Small and Seasonal BusinessesOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
State Representative Jeff Vernetti announced today that he is filing the legislation to protect small and seasonal businesses from burdensome minimum wage increases and paid leave policies. House Bill 546, known as the Entrepreneur Rights Act, is designed to ensure that these businesses — which are critical to Missouri's economy — can remain viable and continue to thrive.

12-3-24 State Representative Jeff Vernetti Hits the Ground Running with Legislation Important to his DistrictOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The newly-elected representative of House District 123 is wasting no time in taking on issues that are important to Camden County. Jeff Vernetti, R-Camdenton, has pre-filed four pieces of legislation for the session that will begin next month, and three more are pending.

12-3-24 State Representative Jeff Vernetti Pre-Files Legislation to Address Area Judicial ShortageOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Newly elected State Representative Jeff Vernetti has pre-filed House Bill 108, which proposes the addition of a circuit judge to the 26th Judicial Circuit. This would include the counties of Camden, Laclede, Miller, Moniteau, and Morgan.

12-3-24 State Representative Jeff Vernetti Pre-Files Legislation to Honor Fallen Osage Beach Police OfficerOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Newly elected State Representative Jeff Vernetti has pre-filed House Bill 107, a measure to honor the late Police Officer Phylicia Carson, who tragically lost her life earlier this year during a high-speed pursuit.

12-3-24 State Representative Jeff Vernetti Pre-Files Legislation to Impact Local Economic DevelopmentOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Newly elected State Representative Jeff Vernetti has pre-filed a bill in hopes of having a positive impact on local and state economic development. House Bill 105 would authorize the conveyance of the Lee C. Fine Memorial Airport, located in Miller County, to the City of Osage Beach in Camden County.

12-3-24 State Representative Jeff Vernetti Pre-Files Legislation to Simplify Land Excavation Rules and Allow Onsite Rock SalesOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Newly elected State Representative Jeff Vernetti has pre-filed House Bill 106. This act proposes to streamline regulations for land excavation and reclamation in Missouri while enabling the onsite sale of rock and materials excavated during development projects. House Bill 106 was originally proposed in the 2024 session as HB 2720 and aims to reduce governmental red tape to streamline the development process to support local economic growth.

10-3-24 Missouri House Announces Special Interim Committee to Address Health and Environmental Impact of Nuclear Weapons WorkOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
A new Special Interim Committee has been established to assess the impact that nuclear weapons production has had on Missouri’s residents and environment. The committee will focus on addressing the long-term health, environmental, and economic consequences of nuclear weapons work in the state.

9-11-24 VIDEO: House Democrats' post veto session press conferenceOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
House Democrats spoke to the media and took questions after the body adjourned its annual veto session:

8-28-24 House Education Committee to Hold Special Hearing on DESE Childcare Payment DelaysOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
– The House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee will convene a special hearing on September 10 at 2:00 p.m. to investigate the causes and impacts of delays in issuing childcare payments by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

8-20-24 Missouri Senior Citizens May Be Eligible for Property Tax Relief as New Law Takes Effect On Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
After the 2024 passage of Senate Bill 756, Missouri seniors may be eligible for a property tax credit to reduce their property tax liability.

7-10-24 'Law' at last: After 13 years, Blair's Law, criminalizing 'celebratory' gunfire, is signedOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The signing is the culmination of 13 years of work by a determined mother who responded to the senseless death of a daughter by refusing to give up.

6-27-24 VIDEO: Rep. Deb Lavender farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Representative Deb Lavender (D-Manchester) said goodbye to the House as her final session, due to term limits, drew to a close.

6-27-24 VIDEO: Rep. Dan Houx farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Warrensburg Representative Dan Houx (R) said goodbye to the House in the final days of the 2024 session, his last due to term limits:

6-26-24 VIDEO: Rep. Donna Baringer farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Representative Donna Baringer (D-St. Louis) bid her colleagues farewell as her final session in the House, due to term limits, drew to a close.

6-26-24 VIDEO: Rep. Kurtis Gregory farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Representative Kurtis Gregory (R-Marshall) said goodbye to his colleagues as his final regular session in the House wound down.

6-25-24 VIDEO: Rep. Ingrid Burnett farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Kansas City Representative Ingrid Burnett (D) offered this farewell before the end of her last regular session in the House.

6-25-24 VIDEO: Rep. Cyndi Buchheit-Courtway farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Representative Cyndi Buchheit-Courtway (R-Festus) bid the Missouri House farewell as the 2024 session wound down.

6-26-24 House panel seeks success in creating higher ed performance-based funding planOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Tuesday’s hearing set the Department of Higher Education to the task of creating a work group with representation from all the institutions of higher education in the state.

6-24-24 VIDEO: Rep. Richard Brown farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Kansas City Representative Richard Brown (D) said goodbye to the House in the final days of the 2024 session, his last in that chamber due to term limits.

6-24-24 VIDEO: Rep. Adam Schnelting farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Representative Adam Schnelting (R-St. Charles) was joined by his children in saying goodbye to the House on the final day of the 2024 session.

6-24-24 Task Force resumes look at Missouri's response to substance abuseOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
The Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Task Force met in the 2023 interim and developed recommendations for the legislature, some of which were enacted. One of those was that it be continued this year.

6-21-24 VIDEO: Rep. Travis Smith farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Representative Travis Smith (R-Dora) said goodbye to the House as the 2024 session wound down:

6-21-24 VIDEO: Rep. Robert Sauls farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Independence Representative Robert Sauls (D) offered this farewell before the end of his last regular session in the House.

6-20-24 VIDEO: Rep. Patty Lewis farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
Kansas City Representative Patty Lewis bid farewell to the House and her colleagues in the final days of the 2024 session.

6-20-24 VIDEO: Rep. Herman Morse farewell addressOn Selection You Will Jump to the iframe below
After seven years in the House, Dexter Representative Herman Morse said goodbye to the chamber and his colleagues.

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