House committee hears bill to update publication rules and meeting frequency for Joint Committee on Legislative Research At a public hearing, lawmakers reviewed Senate Bill 1470, which would make the states revised statutes available online for free, permit paid physical republications to be funded through a statutory revision fund, and reduce the Joint Committee on Legislative Researchs minimum meeting requirement to twice a year.

A new bill aims to modernize Missouri's legislative practices by offering free online access to revised statutes while easing meeting requirements for lawmakers.

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‘We don’t define it as progress’ Shouts from residents echoed through the room as community members described what they called a lack of response following last spring’s devastative tornado, with one attendee calling the recovery effort “horrible.” More than 300 residents, organizers and local leaders gathered Saturday at the Northside Movement Center, voicing frustration over what they see as slow and […]

‘We don’t define it as progress’

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Rep. Reed pushes plan to allow DACA recipients into licensed professions State Rep. Ray Reed has reintroduced legislation designed to ensure that Missourians with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status who complete their education and pass required exams are eligible for professional licenses. DACA is a federal program created in 2012 that allows certain immigrants brought to the United States as children — often called […]

'Rep. Reed pushes plan to allow DACA recipients into licensed professions'

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House of Representatives holds April Fools' Day session with prayer and pledge House begins session with prayer by Monsignor Kerwicki and pledge by Garrett Flack

The Missouri House of Representatives kicked off their session on April Fools' Day with a powerful prayer and a pledge that reminds us all of the vital role youth play in shaping our future.

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Missouri House passes bill to streamline temporary licensing for skilled workers House Bill 478 enables skilled workers from unlicensed states to obtain temporary licenses in Missouri.

Missouri lawmakers unite to tackle education, healthcare, and workforce issues, setting the stage for groundbreaking changes that could reshape the future of the state.

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Monsignor Kowicki leads prayer as Greene County moves to approve house journal House journal for March 25, 2025, approved by a 130 to 1 vote in Greene County.

Missouri lawmakers kicked off their session with a powerful prayer, paving the way for a decisive vote that could shape the future of community policies.

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Missouri House celebrates recovery news and announces upcoming fish fry event House members share positive announcements before spring break adjournment.

Missouri lawmakers celebrate a legislative victory while sharing heartwarming personal news, including a recovery announcement and the introduction of a newborn!

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