Beginning the Fight Against Crime An extra legislative session called by the governor, which began July 27, continued this week. The General Assembly is tasked with passing a package of legislation to address violent crime in Missouri’s largest cities. The Senate Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Policy Committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 1 last week …
Legislative Column for Aug. 6, 2020 The Missouri General Assembly returned to Jefferson City on July 27 for an extra legislative session called by the governor. The “extraordinary” session is focused on addressing violent crime, especially the alarming rate of homicides in our state’s metropolitan areas. The scope of the session is limited to six …
Working to Find a Solution to Violent Crime On Wednesday, Aug. 5, lawmakers from around the state returned to Jefferson City to resume the extra legislative session called by the governor. In his call for an extra session, the governor outlined six specific areas that he wanted lawmakers to focus on to reduce violent crime …
JEFFERSON CITY — The First Extraordinary Session of the Second Regular Session of the 100th General Assembly is scheduled to continue this week. Original Source
JEFFERSON CITY — This Date in Missouri Senate History reviews Aug. 4, 1825, the day Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Abraham J. Williams is sworn in as our state’s third governor. Original Source
The Missouri Legislature has returned to Jefferson City, after the governor called us back for an extra session to look at ways to curb violent crime in our state. Sadly, we have seen increases in crime rates in parts of Missouri, particularly in our three largest cities. Crafting legislation at the state level means taking …
Lawmakers returned to Jefferson City on Monday, July 27, for an extraordinary session called by the governor to discuss solutions to Missouri’s violent crime problem. As chairman of the Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee, I introduced Senate Bill 1, and believe it will achieve the governor’s goal to reduce violence and enhance public safety. …
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To Expand or Not to Expand – That Is the Question Every day brings us a little closer to the end of the 2020 election cycle. I’m sure many of you are like me and are already tired of the political ads on the TV, the radio and even as you cruise through social media. …
Extraordinary Session is Underway On Monday, July 27, the lieutenant governor pounded the gavel at noon to officially start the First Extra Session of the Second Regular Session of the 100th General Assembly. A total of 18 bills and one senate joint resolution were filed by members of the Missouri Senate, but only one was …
Don’t Forget to Vote There has been a lot going on over the past few months. From the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, to unrest in the streets, to the start of the major league baseball season and so much more, it’s hard to keep up with it all. It’s natural for some things to …
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Brian Williams, D-University City, is urging the governor to allocate $4 million of federal funds to help victims of gun violence throughout the state. Each year, states receive federal funding through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) for various state and local victim assistance programs to help survivors of violence …
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JEFFERSON CITY — The First Extraordinary Session of the Second Regular Session of the 100th General Assembly is officially underway. By law, extra session can last for up to 60 days. Original Source
JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Brian Williams, D-University City, filed legislation regarding policing reform during the first day of the extra legislative session called by the governor. Senate Bill 16 contains several provisions relating to policing and use-of-force policies: Allowing no-knock warrants only when there is a reasonable suspicion the suspect of a violent felony …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bill Eigel, R-Weldon Spring, filed four bills pertaining to law enforcement officers and first responders during the first day of the extra legislative session called by the governor. Senate Bill 6 repeals the residency rule or requirement for current or prospective law enforcement officers. Senate Bill 7 creates the “Law …
Senator Bob Onder Files Three Bills During Extraordinary Session JEFFERSON CITY – State Sen. Bob Onder, R-Lake St. Louis, filed three bills at the start of the extraordinary legislative session called by the governor to address violent crime plaguing Missouri. The first bill Sen. Onder filed clarifies that Missouri’s Castle Doctrine applies to the property …
Senator Jill Schupp Files Legislation to Help Prevent and Slow the Spread of COVID-19 in Missouri Schools As Legislature gathers to discuss public safety, Sen. Schupp urges action on biggest threat facing Missourians’ health and safety: COVID-19 Jefferson City – State Sen. Jill Schupp, D – Creve Coeur, filed legislation to provide equipment, resources and …
Lawmakers will make their way back to the Capitol this week to work on specific issues that relate to violent crime. It is not uncommon for an extra session to be called to hammer out details on pressing issues. In fact, this marks the fourth consecutive year we have come back to Jefferson City for …
Governor Calls Extraordinary Legislative Session to Address Violent Crime Last week, the governor called lawmakers back to Jefferson City for an extraordinary legislative session to address violent crime, beginning Monday, July 27. During his announcement of the extra session, the governor cited increases in violent crime throughout the state, with Kansas City seeing a 35 …
The “New Normal” “The coronavirus lockdowns demonstrated our leaders’ ignorance of economic interdependence. After the riots, that ignorance has been shown to run far deeper. It is an ignorance about government’s most fundamental obligation: to safeguard life, liberty and property. It is an ignorance about human nature and human striving.” ̶ Heather MacDonald, Manhattan Institute …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bill Eigel, R-Weldon Spring, would like to congratulate Dione Anderson for receiving the 2021 Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year Award. Ms. Anderson is a reading teacher at Harvest Ridge Elementary in the Francis Howell R-III school district. “I would like to congratulate Dione Anderson for receiving this prestigious award,” …
JEFFERSON CITY — This Week in the Missouri Senate previews the upcoming extraordinary session. The executive branch is asking lawmakers to return to the Capitol to address violent crime in Missouri. Original Source
Legislative Column for July 24, 2020 On Tuesday, Aug. 4, Missourians will go to the polls to vote in the primary election. The consequences of this election are far greater than simply deciding who gets to run for office in November, however. We will also be asked to decide whether a program that already consumes …
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Bill Eigel, R-Weldon Spring, was recognized by the American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF) for his conservative voting record during the past legislative session. In recognition, the ACUF presented Sen. Eigel with an award for consistently voting in accordance with the ideals articulated in the U.S. Constitution. The ACUF is the …
Specific Solutions to Violent Crime Next week, we return to Jefferson City to address the alarming increase in violent crime sweeping Missouri. The governor’s call for an extra session declared the state in the midst of an “unprecedented wave of violent crime.” Last year, Missouri’s three largest cities ranked among the most dangerous in the …
Combatting Violent Crime On July 15, the governor announced he was calling the Missouri General Assembly back to Jefferson City for an extraordinary session to address violent crime occurring throughout our state. It’s not hard to see why the governor is calling the Legislature back. Just look at the news from the past few weeks. …
Governor Convenes Extra Session to Address Missouri’s Violent Crime Starting Monday, July 27, legislators will convene at the State Capitol for an extra legislative session to address the violent crime that is wreaking havoc on Missouri’s families and communities. During a July 15 press conference with some of our state’s top law enforcement leaders, the …
Returning to the State Capitol for an Extra Legislative Session Following a break in legislative action after the final day of the 2020 legislative session on May 15, activity in the State Capitol is starting to pick back up. Last week, the governor finished his review of the proposals passed by the General Assembly. After …
Lawmakers to Return to Capitol After a break in legislative activity following the end of the 2020 Regular Session on May 15, things are picking up at the State Capitol. Last week, the governor concluded his review of bills passed by the General Assembly. As the deadline for gubernatorial vetoes loomed on July 14, the …