MO State News

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) selected Missouri Rep. Vicky Hartzler to fight for the agricultural industry at a national scale as the state’s U.S. Senate candidate.   The Association is led by a group of service minded, farmer-leaders who strive to lead Missouri soybean producers into the future through legislative advocacy, communication […]

JEFFERSON CITY – Memorial Day weekend is a highly anticipated opportunity for people to enjoy Missouri’s state parks, lakes, sporting events, and attractions. This means more travelers on Missouri’s roadways and an increase in boating traffic on the state’s lakes and rivers. Drivers and boat operators are reminded to follow all Missouri’s laws and be

INDEPENDENCE, Mo.  – This week, the Joplin Globe ran Lucas Kunce’s op-ed about the current baby formula crisis, Abbott’s criminal actions, and the FDA’s failure to keep people safe. Below is full copy of the op-ed: They’re guilty of corporate manslaughter. Prosecute them. By, Lucas Kunce Parents are rationing food for their babies because of

By Jason Smith, member of Congress Our country, as best said by President Reagan, is a shining city on a hill. We are a beacon of freedom and hope that the rest of the world looks to and strives to emulate. Our values, our customs, and our spirit inspires people across the globe to strive

JEFFERSON CITY – The draft FY 2023-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) was presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, today. A 30-day public review and comment period began yesterday. The STIP makes available $9.9 billion of federal and state revenues for all modes of transportation over the next five years.  Of the $9.9

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick has joined a coalition of 38 state financial officers and attorneys general in pushing back against continued Biden Administration efforts to force investment managers to make political decisions rather than financial decisions with regards to retirement savings accounts like 401Ks and pension plans. Yesterday, the coalition filed comments

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) members are celebrating a successful 2022 state legislative session after scoring major victories to protect property rights, make strategic investments in critical infrastructure and promote rural development through targeted tax credits.  Regarding the successful 2022 legislative session, MOFB President Garrett Hawkins said, “Our members have worked tirelessly for

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Conservation Commission met May 19 for a workshop and closed executive session and May 20 for its regular open meeting. All were held at the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave in Kansas City.Commissioners attending the open meeting in person or online were:L. (Barry) Orscheln, ChairMark L. McHenry,

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – This afternoon, the United States District Court, Western District of Louisiana granted Missouri and 23 other states’ request for preliminary injunction in their lawsuit against the Biden Administration over their planned cancellation of Title 42. Because of this preliminary injunction, Title 42 will remain in place. Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt released

By Jason Smith, member of CongressOur country, as best said by President Reagan, is a shining city on a hill. We are a beacon of freedom and hope that the rest of the world looks to and strives to emulate. Our values, our customs, and our spirit inspires people across the globe to strive for