MO State News

By Jason Smith, member of Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – On June 4, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appeared before my Ways and Means Committee to share how the Working Families Tax Cuts have benefitted hardworking Americans with record-setting tax relief. During the hearing, he drove home the point that it was working-class folks — moms and […]

JEFFERSON CITY – The United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) has confirmed the presence of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the United States. On June 3, 2026, USDA confirmed NWS in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas. NWS is a serious pest that affects livestock, pets, wildlife and less

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – One year after the catastrophic events of the 2025 severe weather season – including the tragic May 16 tornado in St. Louis – the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance continues to closely monitor the insurance industry’s ongoing response and support consumers still navigating the claims process.    “Disaster recovery is long, layered and challenging, and we fully empathize with the dire circumstances that

SEDALIA – Celebrate the land of the free at the Missouri State Fair and win some free stuff! Show us your patriotic spirit and get involved to be entered in giveaways and chances to win prizes! More information on events and prizes below.   Missouri Wines is sponsoring the Find the Wine Challenge. Follow the Missouri State Fair’s Facebook

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, at a Senate Commerce Committee Hearing on the Protect College Sports Act, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) discussed Congress’ role in preserving and strengthening the integrity of college athletics amid the chaos and instability of the current college sports system.   “There [are] so many great lessons to be learned in life

U.S. SENATE — On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) released the following statement after securing an additional $350 million in the reconciliation bill text to give U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) dedicated resources to arrest unlawful illegal aliens released from local custody after jurisdictions refuse to honor ICE detainers, provide release notice, or coordinate safe jail-to-ICE

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – NFIB’s May Jobs Report shows little change in the employment market as the Small Business Employment Index remained essentially flat, registering 100.3 in May after measuring 100.4 in April. This is the third consecutive month the Index declined. The current reading is now below the 2025 average of 101.2 but still slightly above

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –State Budget Director Dan Haug has announced that net general revenue collections for May 2026 decreased 11.1 percent compared to those for May 2025, from $1.54 billion last year to $1.37 billion this year. Net general revenue collections for 2026 fiscal year-to-date decreased 2.1 percent compared to May 2025, from $12.15 billion last

WASHINGTON — On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo) led the Missouri congressional delegation in sending a letter to President Trump in support of Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe’s request for a major federal disaster declaration. This comes after the devastating tornadoes and storms that struck Missouri from April 23 through April 28, 2026. Senator Hawley wrote, “We

SEDALIA – The Missouri State Fair is celebrating 250 years of America! This year’s Fair’s theme, “Show-Me Stars & Stripes,” will showcase this milestone through new events, new livestock shows, and new campground competitions along with fan favorite exhibits from previous years.   Special promotions and exhibits to look forward to include: Opening Day Parade entries