Gov. Mike Parson has given his signature of approval to an education package that would expand tax credits for private schooling, allow Boone County to open charter schools, and restrict four-day school weeks, among other things. The plan would require districts with...
A bill that will expand the amount of funding in a popular low-interest loan program has recently been signed into law by Gov. Mike Parson. The new law will increase the annual cap on the MOBUCK$ program to $1.2 billion. “It’s a great program which has provided a lot...
The Missouri Legislature passed a wide-ranging crime package that awaits a possible signature of approval from Gov. Mike Parson. The bill sponsored by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, would create a criminal offense for celebratory gunfire, known as Blair’s Law,...
The Missouri Senate’s top two outgoing leaders are sounding a tone of unity amidst repeated friction in the upper chamber this year. The attitude follows the completion of the state legislature’s 2024 regular session. Senate Minority Leader John Rizzo,...
A property tax relief bill awaits a possible signature from Gov. Mike Parson. It clarifies legislation that was signed into law last year, specifying that any senior age 62 or older is eligible for a freeze in their property tax rates. The bill is sponsored by Sen....
