"Yet in February 2021, 'disproportionate' remains the dominant descriptor in the narrative of African-Americans affected by HIV/AIDS."
The Missouri Times
After helping other candidates with their campaigns across two states, Rep. Emily Weber made the leap to the statehouse herself this session.
Today, Governor Mike Parson announced nine appointments to various boards and commissions.
"It seems like everyday I am learning about some new problem or hurdle in our legislature that I am hoping to overcome."
A bill proponents said would create additional protections for the right to bear arms is headed to the upper chamber.
"The year ahead promises to be another memorable one for MoCannTrade members and our burgeoning industry."
After speaking with Rep. Tricia Derges and the caucus, House Speaker Rob Vescovo called on her to resign two days after the federal indictment was unsealed.
Missouri’s administrative coronavirus response team is addressing the concerns of lawmakers and their constituents.
A bill that would allow water and sewer companies to request rate changes more often is drawing a line between companies and consumer groups.
"The legislative process includes a hearing in at least five committees. The resulting language, reviewed and debated by 197 elected officials over weeks of debate, should not be changed by a single individual or judiciary branch."