by admin | Apr 17, 2024 | Crime / Courts, News, Politics / Govt
The state Senate is considering a House-passed bill to strengthen penalties against suspects in police chases. “Valentine’s Law” would make it a Class D felony to recklessly flee from or detain law enforcement using a vehicle. The sponsor, Rep. Justin Sparks,...
by admin | May 12, 2021 | Crime / Courts, News
Bipartisan legislation establishing a critical incident stress management program within the state Department of Public Safety (DPS) is heading to a Missouri legislative conference committee, after receiving House approval on Wednesday afternoon. State Rep. Ron Hicks...
by admin | Aug 24, 2020 | Crime / Courts, Education, News
The Missouri House voted Monday afternoon in Jefferson City for initial approval of several bills that are top priorities for Governor Mike Parson’s (R) special session on violent crime. The House has voted for initial approval of bipartisan legislation that is...
by admin | Sep 4, 2019 | Crime / Courts, Health / Medicine, News
Missouri’s governor and leaders of the Legislative Black Caucus met behind closed doors Tuesday afternoon at the Statehouse in Jefferson City, discussing gun violence. State Rep. Ashley Bland Manlove, D-Kansas City, tells Capitol reporters while Governor Mike...
