Six Republicans sided with an unsuccessful effort led by Democrats to restore Gov. Mike Parson's baseline salary increase for state employees.
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"I think it’s time we the women of the Senate say what we want to say."
"Efforts to influence maps to benefit a particular candidacy should be avoided."
Sources said Congressman Jason Smith will seek to lead the House Ways and Means Committee.
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said the program will be committed to including minority farmers in the partnership program.
Looking at the open seats, it seems six of them are Republican seats and one safe Democratic seat likely to be filled by Rep. Tracy McCreery.
President Pro Tem Dave Schatz said he’s "optimistic" that senators will be able to work out any remaining issues with the map this week and be prepared to debate on the floor Monday.
What’s it like serving in the legislature while also running for federal office? Find out from two lawmakers who are doing it.
Richard Moore, who has served as general counsel for DHSS, will take over as acting director of the department.
Donald Kauerauf needed to be confirmed by the Senate by Friday to remain the health director. But the Senate will not come back until next week due to a snowstorm.