The Missouri Senate is considering controversial legislation that would address diversity, equity, and inclusion statements in public education institutions. The bill from Sen. Ben Brown, R-Washington, would ban colleges and universities from enforcing “beliefs...
Missouri could move to develop a funding model for the state’s public colleges and universities. The Missouri House of Representatives is expected to debate a bill soon that is sponsored by Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St. Joseph. In 2023, the Missouri Legislature approved...
A legislative effort could dole out state funding to Missouri’s public colleges and universities in a different way. State Senator Karla Eslinger, R-Wasola, is proposing to create a different funding formula. The proposed formula would take into consideration the...