An increase in security was requested in the Capitol following recent events, including the FBI warning of upcoming “armed protests'' at statehouses around the country ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration.
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Gov. Mike Parson was officially sworn in as Missouri's 57th governor Monday, taking his oath alongside Missouri's other statewide officials.
After being sworn in for a full term, Gov. Mike Parson pledged to prioritize two of his most talked-about areas of legislation.
"Even in the darkest times, Missouri shines on."
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Mike Parson is sworn in to his first full term as Missouri's chief executive.
“Attorney General Schmitt absolutely had no knowledge of or involvement in the robocall, and condemns the violence that took place on Wednesday in the strongest possible terms, period.”
After leaving her legislative career behind, Sheila Solon was appointed acting director of the Division of Professional Registration.
"Since the beginning of my administration, we have looked for new ways to improve the efficiency of state government and eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy."
When the first day of the legislative session got underway Wednesday, any disruption of normal proceedings was expected to be due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, lawmakers quickly pivoted to address the rioting in Washington, D.C.
Missouri agencies are testing wastewater and sewer systems for traces of the COVID-19 virus as part of a new tracking project.