It was an unusual move for the Senate Select Committee on Redistricting to vote out the bills right after hearing testimony.
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The legislative session in the upper chamber is off to a roaring start — particularly when it comes to proposed rule changes.
While the congressional redistricting lines have yet to be drawn, the fissures among Republican senators became even wider Monday.
The lawsuits list parents as well as Attorney General Eric Schmitt as plaintiffs.
Dubbed “historical and transformational” by Cabinet officials, Gov. Mike Parson’s recommended budget includes multiple one-time projects, investments in state workers, and higher education grants.
"Missouri is open for business, and business is good. The rest of the nation is taking notice, and companies are looking to our state for their future business expansions."
Ultimately, the version worked on in the House Redistricting Committee was perfected in an 84-60 vote.
An attempt to put forth a 7-1 map in favor of Republicans failed when the speaker ruled in favor of a Democrat's point of order.
"I’m honored to lead the state’s efforts in expanding access to broadband, which is a truly life-changing prospect for communities all across our state."
The Attorney General's Office said it will file lawsuits against the school districts this week.