While Republicans are scrambling to reboot the special session — and just how to handle the anti-crime legislation — Missouri Democrats, too, seem to be at odds.
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The special session convened on June 23 to address FRA reauthorization.
Special session in the House has been postponed for nearly two weeks.
House Minority Floor Leader Crystal Quade called the special session on violent crime a distraction from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Just two weeks after the special session to address violent crime began, Gov. Mike Parson expanded the scope to include concurrent jurisdiction in St. Louis.
"We hope to work with you to continue our focus on juvenile reform programs that address the root causes of juvenile delinquency which include adverse childhood trauma, mental health issues, food insecurity, and other socioeconomic issues that drive youth to commit such crimes."
After hitting a roadblock right out of the gate, legislation meant to address violent crime in Missouri eventually cleared a Senate hurdle after a 12-hour debate Thursday.
"If the purpose of the special session is to enhance public safety, this proposal would do the opposite, while inflicting incalculable harm on Missouri’s children."
The most effective way to decrease murder rates in St. Louis would be passing a concurrent jurisdiction bill, according to Sen. Andrew Koenig.
Eight people were taken into custody during a largely peaceful demonstration in front of the Governor’s Mansion Thursday afternoon.
“With everything going on right now … being able to find the most well-equipped officers is so important.”