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Republican officials fielded questions about the Trump-backed plan to revamp the state's congressional districts at the Governor’s Ham Breakfast.
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Missouri only has one nuclear power plant, but at a state summit, politicians and federal officials said the energy source would be key to meeting rising energy demands.
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Through one of the new laws, it is illegal to export water outside of Missouri without a permit.
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Business groups lobbied heavily to overturn Proposition A, passed by 58% of Missouri voters in November 2024, arguing it would cost jobs. The bill also repeals annual inflation adjustments for the minimum wage, which have been in effect since 2006.
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Missouri Republicans say it’s a ‘mistake’ to cut tax that funds Medicaid. Trump’s bill did just thatGov. Mike Kehoe is hopeful Congress will reverse course on major restrictions on medical provider taxes before they fully go into effect.
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The legislation includes expanding the use of safe baby boxes in the state.
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The governor’s office cited some unexpected budget items and a recently passed tax reduction as reasons for reducing spending.
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Board members will get to stay on through the beginning of 2026, when they’ll need Senate confirmation to remain in place.
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Thousands of St. Louisans impacted by the May 16 tornado are beginning to apply for aid programs provided by the city and the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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The legislature met in early June for a special legislative session called by Kehoe. It took about two weeks to pass the three pieces of legislation.