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Rep. Sheila Solon Joins Growing List of Lawmakers Calling on Gov. Nixon to Make the Safety of Missouri Citizens His Top Priority

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Rep. Sheila Solon today joined the growing list of elected officials in Missouri who have called on Gov. Nixon to make the safety of Missouri residents his top priority in the wake of the terrorist attacks in Paris. Solon asked Nixon to utilize his authority as governor to prevent the settlement of Syrian refugees in Missouri until a comprehensive screening process can be implemented to ensure individuals with ill intent are not allowed into the state.

“While I realize our nation is a great melting pot of immigrants from all over the world, the current terrorist threat necessitates that we take every necessary precaution to ensure the safety of Missouri citizens,” said Solon, R-Blue Springs. “My hope is that Gov. Nixon will join the 27 other governors around the nation who have taken a stand to protect the safety and well-being of those they were elected to serve.”

Solon noted that one of the terrorists responsible for the attacks in Paris was a Syrian refugee who had recently relocated to Europe. She said the governor needs to work closely with the federal government to proactively ensure history cannot repeat itself in Missouri.