With an hour left in session, the Missouri House approved a bill proponents say would protect the Second Amendment rights of Missourians.
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With the end of session looming, it was down to the wire for a bill proponents say would protect the Second Amendment rights of Missourians.
"We’re making sure law enforcement has the best tools possible to be successful and also to maintain high accountability."
Rep. Bennie Cook is no stranger to working with lawmakers and constituents, and he’s making that experience the foundation for his time in the statehouse.
House members refused to work on the rest of the bill without assurances their controversial provision would remain in tact.
Rep. Richard West found himself in a unique position this year — serving his first term as a state representative and his fourth as mayor of New Melle simultaneously.
“Having this lifetime protection order as a tool that a judge can possibly use for me gives me hope and makes me feel like I actually matter.”
The Missouri House approved a bill that would allow protection orders to cover pets Monday, sending it back to the Senate for final approval.
The Cole County Sheriff’s Department is considering rolling with renewable, soy-based tires designed for use by law enforcement.
“The State of Missouri has failed these children for over 20 years. Although this Committee cannot change the past, this Committee can provide a clear record of Respondent’s abusive conduct.”