Senate autism coverage bill passes

A proposed law forcing insurance companies to cover therapies for the autism disorder has cleared the state senate on a strong vote. Senator Scott Rupp’s bill requires insurance companies to cover autism treatments. Now he’s within striking distance of...

Assessment of first half of session depends on who you ask

State lawmakers have left Jefferson City for their annual spring break. The evaluation of the session so far depends, of course, on who you ask. House Speaker Ron Richard, a Republican from Joplin, expresses complete satisfaction with the progress of the legislative...
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