Governor Signs Bill Aiding State’s Wine Industry

Governor Holden has signed legislation aimed primarily at providing new production and marketing options for the state’s farmers and farmer-owned cooperatives. But, it also helps Missouri’s wine industry. Deputy Agriculture Director Peter Hofherr says the...

Holden Signs Law Governing State’s Agricultural Sector

Governor Bob Holden has signed legislation providing new production and marketing options for Missouri’s farmers and farmer-owned cooperatives. Among other provisions, the law will enhance ethanol and biodiesel production in the state, strengthen the...

Election Reform Bill Signed Into Law

Reforms in state election laws, passed by the state legislature, have been signed into law by Governor Holden. The November 2000 elections put a spotlight on flaws in Missouri’s election law system, especially problems that arose in St. Louis. A two-year effort...

Nearly Fully Funding Missouri Schools

The glass is only about 60% full, but that’s considered “full” this year by the state legislature when it comes to state aid to public education. Governor Holden is signing a new law in five different public schools that changes the definition of...

Governor Signs Budget Balancing Bill

Governor Bob Holden has signed legislation allowing the state to sell a portion of Missouri’s share of the national tobacco settlement. The measure was approved with bipartisan support in both the House and Senate. Holden calls the bill a key component to...