"It is again a solemn moment, but the cause of freedom remains worth advancing. We, in Missouri, stand united."
Posts published by “Mike Haffner”
Rep. Mike Haffner (R-Pleasant Hill) is a retired combat veteran having served in the U.S Navy as the Commanding Officer of an F/A-18 Hornet Squadron. Haffner represents HD 55 in Cass County.
"Those of us who believe in the power of free markets understand that having more choices is a very good thing."
"If we want Missouri to spur entrepreneurship, launch more unicorn startups, and reap the benefits of more high-quality jobs and new economic investment, the state needs to increase its investment in MTC this legislative session."
"Experts agree the anemic growth is a result of years of neglect and underinvestment in basic yet critical infrastructure, including the well-built roads, bridges, and waterways, as well as high-speed broadband that our economy needs."
"Unfortunately, far too many of the Missouri Republicans running for U.S. Senate are seeking support from the Trump wing."
"Unfortunately, we have grossly underfunded upkeep of our river infrastructure for many decades, and much of it has fallen into disrepair."
This legislative session has been characterized by some conflictual issues in the state legislature, especially in the Senate. We have witnessed filibustering over the issue of redistricting and gubernatorial appointees and one Senator stripped of committee assignments.
“We have two projects in New Madrid teed up and ready to go when the legislature approves the rural jobs program,” Richard McGill, the city administrator of New Madrid, said. “We are competing with Tennessee on one and with Ohio on the other, and frankly, this program is the final piece we need to compete and put people to work right now.”
"These simple pieces of legislation could take the strain off of moms and dads and let them focus on the simple, wonderful, precious joy of being a parent."
"HB 1876 and 2515 are important bills that deal with an issue that should greatly concern every Missourian who values the protection of private property."