LWVMO: Missouri Legislative Update

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The LWVMO Legislative Update is a 15-minute weekly podcast recorded by The League of Women Voters of Missouri and released Sunday evenings to prepare you for the week ahead in Jefferson City. Join hosts Michele and Skyler as they break down bills tracked by the League of Women Voters of Missouri’s legislative tracking team and share clear information and, timely calls to action you can take to engage in democracy. Episodes run weekly during the Missouri legislative session from January through May, with special episodes and calls to action released throughout the season. Produced by Anna for the LWVMO.

  1. Jul 19

    Missouri Amendment 1, 2, 4 & 5 Explained | August Election Voter Guide

    Get ready for Missouri's August election with a special League of Women Voters of Missouri podcast. Learn how to vote, understand Amendments 1, 2, 4, and 5, explore voter ID requirements, absentee voting options, and make informed decisions before Election Day. Check your registration and prepare for election day at  Vote411.org 🚨VOTE NO on Amendment 4 & 5 🚨 AMENDMENT 1 — Parks, Soils, and Water (Vote Yes)Amendment 1 asks Missouri voters to continue, for another 10 years, a one-tenth-of-one-percent sales and use tax that funds soil and water conservation, as well as Missouri's state parks and historic sites. AMENDMENT 2 — Jackson County AssessorSince 2010, Missouri's charter counties have been required to elect their assessors. Jackson County received an exemption due to its population and has appointed its assessor instead. This amendment would remove that exemption and require Jackson County to elect its assessor like other charter counties. AMENDMENT 4 — Keep Majority Rule (Vote NO)Missourians have had the constitutional right to place initiatives on the ballot through the petition process for more than a century—since 1908. It is a tool voters can use when they believe the legislature is not acting on issues important to the public. AMENDMENT 5 — The Everything Tax (Vote NO)It is being marketed as the largest middle-class tax cut in Missouri history. However, independent estimates suggest that 60 to 80 percent of Missourians would pay more overall, not less. A middle-income Missourian earning approximately $65,000 a year could see an estimated net tax increase of $535 annually, while households earning $300,000 or more would receive the largest tax benefits. EPISODE RESOURCES 2026 Missouri Amendments for the August Primary & November General Elections 2026 Ballot Measures Missouri Secretary of State's Office (official ballot titles and fair ballot language) Parks, Soils and Water Tax  League of Women Voters of Missouri position statements Missouri Budget Project analysis of Amendment 5  Jackson County 2025 Question 1 election results; roll-call records for HJR 173 and HJR 174. (Amendment 5) LWVMO Presents 2026 Missouri August Election Ballot LEAGUE RESOURCES League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.com Missouri ballot amendments, Missouri voter guide, Missouri election guide, Missouri voting information, Missouri August election, Missouri election 2026, Missouri constitutional amendments, League of Women Voters Missouri, KNOw Your Ballot, Missouri voter education, Vote411 Missouri, Missouri Secretary of State, Missouri absentee voting, Missouri voter ID requirements, Missouri Election Day, Missouri Amendment 1, Missouri state parks funding, Missouri soil and water conservation, Missouri Amendment 2, Jackson County assessor, Missouri property taxes, Missouri Amendment 4, Missouri initiative petition process, majority rule Missouri, one person one vote, Missouri voting rights, Missouri democracy, Missouri Amendment 5, Missouri income tax, Missouri sales tax, Missouri tax reform, Missouri school funding, Missouri state budget, Missouri public education, Missouri civic engagement, informed voting, local elections Missouri, ballot measures Missouri, Missouri public policy, Missouri government podcast, election podcast, nonpartisan voter guide, Missouri voters, democracy in Missouri, citizen ballot initiatives, Missouri legislative update.

    Missouri Amendment 1, 2, 4 & 5 Explained | August Election Voter Guide

  2. May 10

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.10.26

    Legislative Update Date: May 10, 2026 NOTE: Things can happen very rapidly during the last week of session. Please watch for additional calls to action in the coming days. Voting Rights / ElectionsBill #: HB 3146 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill Short Description: Would allow misleading ballot summary statements. Status of the Bill: Currently on the Informal Senate Calendar. It could be moved to the Formal Calendar at any time and voted on. If it passes, this would be the final vote before going to the Governor. Talking Points: Removes the ability of citizens to challenge misleading or unconstitutional ballot language.Missouri courts have historically corrected misleading summary statements.Accurate ballot summaries are critical for informed voting.Forces courts to return flawed language instead of fixing it, causing delays that reduce time to inform voters.Call to Action: Contact your Senator, regardless of party, and urge them to OPPOSE this bill. If your Senator is a Democrat, encourage a filibuster. Find your Senator: HERE Bill summary: HB 3146 LWV Position: Democracy depends on informed and active participation and access to accurate public information. Bill #: HB 2125 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill Short Description: Requires data matching between the Secretary of State and Department of Revenue, including citizenship status; reinstates investigative and subpoena power for election offenses. Status of the Bill: On the Senate Informal Calendar; could be brought up for a vote at any time. Talking Points: Risks disenfranchising eligible voters.Voters already must show identification.Raises concerns about voter suppression.Data use must prioritize accuracy, transparency, and fairness.Call to Action: Contact your Senator and urge them to OPPOSE HB 2125. Find your Senator: HERE Bill summary: HB 2125 Further Reading: Lawsuit Challenges Recent Voter Roll Purges in Virginia LWV Position: Voter list maintenance must be transparent, accurate, and minimize disenfranchisement. Bill #: HCS HBs 2387 & 2480 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill Short Description: Reinstates the presidential preference primary. Status of the Bill: On the Senate Informal Calendar; could be taken up at any time. Talking Points: Uses secret ballots to ensure voter privacy.Run by state and local governments.More accessible than caucuses.Includes early voting options.Call to Action: Contact your Senator and urge them to SUPPORT this bill. Find your Senator: HERE Bill summary: HCS HBs 2387 & 2480 LWV Position: Supports primaries over caucuses to increase participation. Reproductive RightsBill #: SB 999 (Senate bill now in the House) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill Short Description: “Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.” Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the House Children and Families Committee on May 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Talking Points: Conflicts with voter-approved reproductive protections.Inserts government into medical decision-making.Fails to consider non-viable pregnancies.Restricts compassionate care for families.Call to Action: Submit testimony in OPPOSITION. Be sure to mark “In Opposition to” on the form. Submit testimony: HERE Bill information page: SB 999 LWV Position: Supports reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, and access to care. EducationBill #: SCS HCS HB 2710 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill Short Description: Creates an A–F report card system tied to school funding. Status of the Bill: On the Senate Informal Calendar; may be brought up for a vote at any time. Talking Points: Enables performance-based funding disparities.School grading systems may not be objective.Schools with fewer resources would be further penalized.Struggling schools need more funding, not less.Call to Action: Contact your Senator and urge them to OPPOSE this bill. Find your Senator: HERE Bill summary: SCS HCS HB 2710 Further Reading: A–F grading scale for Missouri schools heads to SenateSchool report card proposal draws bipartisan skepticismLWV Position: Supports equitable funding and access to quality education for all students. Social JusticeBill #: SCS HCS HBs 2592, 2787, 2834 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill Short Description: Restores voting rights to individuals leaving incarceration (with Senate modifications excluding certain offenses). Status of the Bill: On the Senate Informal Calendar; may be brought up at any time. Talking Points: Voting reduces recidivism.Individuals on probation/parole pay taxes and should have representation.Voting fosters community connection.Call to Action: Contact your Senator and urge them to SUPPORT this bill. Find your Senator: HERE Bill summary: HCS HBs 2592, 2787 & 2834 Further Reading: UConn research on voter engagement for formerly incarcerated individuals LWV Position: Supports the fundamental right of all citizens to vote. LEAGUE RESOURCES League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.com Missouri legislative update, LWVMO podcast, education bills Missouri, climate and environment policy, Missouri Senate, civic engagement podcast, League of Women Voters Missouri, screen time standards act, green building standards Missouri, energy efficiency policy, Missouri politics podcast, legislative news Missouri, community advocacy Missouri.

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.10.26

  3. May 6

    Special Call to Action 5.5.26

    SPECIAL CALLS TO ACTIONMay 5, 2026 Voting Rights / ElectionsBill #: HB 3146 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill Short Description: Would allow misleading ballot summary statements. Status of the Bill: Currently on the formal Senate Calendar, which means it could be voted on at any time. If it passes, this would be the final vote before sending it to the Governor to sign into law. Talking PointsThis bill removes the ability of citizens to challenge unconstitutional or misleading language in legislatively referred constitutional amendments by prohibiting courts from changing summary statements.Missouri has a history of misleading summary statements that have been corrected only through court action.It is critical that summaries of ballot issues be accurate and not misleading so voters can make informed decisions about how they choose to use their votes.Under this proposed law, if the courts find that the summary language is flawed, rather than rewriting it, the court must send it back to the Secretary of State up to three times, causing unnecessary delays. This would negatively impact the time needed to inform voters about a ballot measure.Link to the summary of the bill: HB 3146 Call to Action:Contact your Senator—regardless of party—and tell them to OPPOSE this bill. If your Senator is a Democrat, encourage a filibuster. Find your Senator HERE. LWV Position:The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. The League further believes that governmental bodies must protect the citizen’s right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings, and making public records accessible. (LWVUS Impact on Issues 2024–2026, p. 59) LEAGUE RESOURCES League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.co

    Special Call to Action 5.5.26

  4. May 3

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.3.26

    Missouri legislative update, LWVMO podcast, education bills Missouri, climate and environment policy, Missouri Senate, civic engagement podcast, League of Women Voters Missouri, screen time standards act, green building standards Missouri, energy efficiency policy, Missouri politics podcast, legislative news Missouri, community advocacy Missouri. Education HCS HB 2195 — Safe Driving Lessons Requires DESE to vet sample safe‑driving lessons from statewide professional organizations and districts.LWVMO Position: Information Only — Neither Support nor OpposeStatus: Placed on House formal perfection calendar. SCS HCS HBs 2230 & 2978 — Student Screen‑Time Standards Act Requires school‑board policies limiting screen time for grades K–5.Keeps specific policy details under local control.LWVMO Position: Support — Equal opportunity and quality education for pre‑K through 12.Status: Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate.Call to Action: Contact your Senator to SUPPORT this bill. Find your Senator on the Missouri Senate website. Climate & Environment SCS HCS HB 2384 — Green Building Standards Restricts local governments from enforcing green‑building requirements that developers claim affect affordability.LWVMO Position: Oppose — Limits local control and weakens energy‑efficiency standards.Status: Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate.Talking Points:Energy efficiency reduces costs and improves health and property value.Local standards help communities address climate change responsibly. Call to Action: Contact your Senator to OPPOSE this bill. Find your Senator on the  Missouri Senate website. 🔗 Further Reading: Best Energy Practices for Multifamily Buildings (Self‑Help) | Take Action to Protect Building Codes (Sierra Club) NOTE : DATA CENTERS: If you are interested in learning more about Data Centers, the House Utilities Committee will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, 5/6/26, at 8:30 a.m. Find the meeting: HERE HB3146 — "Let Politicians Lie Act/ SB22 Redo" Ballot Summary Statement Changes Bill Summary What it does: Alters the process courts use to correct misleading ballot summaries; could cause delays and allow disputed language to remain. Status: This bill has already passed the House, and has been added to the Senate calendar for debate. League Position: Oppose The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. The League further believes that governmental bodies must protect the citizen’s right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings, and making public records accessible. (LWVUS Impact on Issues 2024-2026, p. 59) Call to Action: Contact your Senator to OPPOSE this bill. Find your Senator on the Missouri Senate website. LEAGUE RESOURCES League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.com

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 5.3.26

  5. Apr 26

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 4.26.26

    Welcome to our comprehensive legislative update covering three major areas currently moving through the Missouri General Assembly: Voting RightsEducation PolicyFunding for K–12 Schools and Public LibrariesThis page summarizes the bills, their status, key talking points, League of Women Voters of Missouri (LWVMO) positions, and calls to action for those who wish to. Legislative Bulletin 4-26-2026 Voting Rights Bill Number: HCS HBs 2387 & 2480Reinstating Missouri’s presidential preference primary. LWVMO Supports this measure. Status: Scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee on Monday, April 27 at 2:00 PM. SummaryThis bill would reinstate Missouri’s presidential preference primary..  The League of Women Voters of Missouri supports the measure because it restores a voting process that is well‑established, accessible to the public, and secure.. Key PointsPrimary elections use a secret ballot, ensuring voter privacy.Primaries are administered and funded by state and local governments, rather than political parties.Election procedures are uniform and state‑regulated, promoting consistency and integrity.Voters are already familiar with official ballots and secure voting protocols.Primaries offer greater accessibility than caucuses, particularly for individuals with work obligations or childcare needs.Early voting opportunities further expand access for eligible voters.Call to ActionOnly in‑person testimony is allowed at Senate hearings. Contact Members of the Senate Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee and tell them that you support this bill. Clicking a senator’s photo will take you to their contact information. LWVMO PositionAccording to the LWVMO Guide to State Action (2025–2027, p. 17), the League supports open primaries rather than caucuses because they believe primaries increase informed participation in selecting presidential nominees. Education  Bill Numbers: SCS SBs 971 & 906Student transfers to nonresident districts (“open enrollment”) LWVMO Opposes these bills . Status: On the Informal Calendar; scheduled for perfection in the Senate on Monday, April 27. SummaryThese bills would change Missouri’s open‑enrollment rules, allowing students to attend districts outside their own. The League of Women Voters of Missouri opposes the proposals due to concerns about equity and funding impacts. Key PointsPublic schools must remain accountable and transparent.Public funds should not support homeschooling or private or religious schools.Open enrollment may increase resegregation.It complicates district budgeting.Unequal tax bases create funding inequities.Call to ActionContact your individual legislator to express opposition to these bills. Further Reading Columbia Missourian Education Bills Tackle a Variety of Topics     St. Louis Public Radio Open School Enrollment in Missouri Advances through Senate Committee From Reason Foundation, Missouri Senate bill 906 and 971 would improve open enrollment Missouri School Boards Association Opposes Open LWVMO PositionThe League supports equal opportunity in education, access to quality programs, and adequate financing for pre‑K through 12 (LWVMO Guide to State Action 2025–2027, p. 57). K–12 and Public Library Funding  Missouri’s future depends on strong public institutions. The League urges full funding for K–12 schools and restoration of state aid for public libraries. Status: Budget differences between the House and Senate must be resolved by May 8 at 6:00 PM. Key PointsPublic EducationDo not divert public funds to homeschooling or private schools.Districts should not rely on higher property taxes.Reduce dependence on local property taxes for school funding.Fully fund the school foundation formula.Public LibrariesLibraries are essential community services.They provide access to information for civic engagement.Require stable, adequate, long‑term funding.Funding should come from all levels of government.Maintain support for technologies like MOREnet.Ensure funding for evening and weekend hours.Action NeededContact your Senator and Representative to support: Full K–12 fundingRestoration of state library aid You may also contact legislators who have served on House and Senate Budget Committees: Rep. Dirk DeatonRep. Bishop DavidsonRep. Betsy FogleSen. Rusty BlackSen. Brad HudsonSen. Maggie Nurrenbern LWV PositionThe League supports equal opportunity in education, access to quality programs, and adequate financing for pre-K through 12. (LWVMO Guide to State Action 2025-2027, p. 57) Thank you for visiting our legislative update page. Staying informed and engaged is essential to ensuring that Missouri’s public institutions remain strong, accessible, and accountable. For more information on the LWVMO, see our League Resources below. League Resources League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.com

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 4.26.26

  6. Apr 19

    Legislative Update: 04.19.26

    Click HERE for the LWVMO Official Call to Action and Legislative Bulletin! TaxesBill #: SS SCS HCS HJRs 173 & 174 "EVERYTHING TAX" LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: If voters approve, and the income tax rate drops below 1.4% under current law, the state income tax would be eliminated by 2031, and sales taxes could be raised or expanded to offset the lost revenue. Call to action: Contact your State Representative Links to further reading: Permanently eliminating Missouri’s income tax moves forward with Senate approval Ill-Conceived Tax Proposals Would Increase Taxes for Most Missourians from Missouri Budget Project More MBP Analysis & Education Impact Estimates Voting RightsBill #: HB 2125 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: Requires data matching between Secretary of State (SOS) and Department of Revenue (DOR) to include information pertaining to the citizenship status of individuals in DOR database; reinstates the Secretary of State's ability to conduct investigations and exercise subpoena power with respect to suspected election offenses, which expired Aug 28, 2025. Status of the Bill: Placed on the Senate Formal Calendar or 3rd read in the Senate on Monday, April 20 (in Fiscal Oversight). Talking points:   While the State of Missouri should provide uniform, transparent and non-discriminatory data reporting tools and resources to help local election authorities to accurately maintain their voter registration rolls, an important objective should be to minimize disenfranchising eligible votersIn the current political climate, the Missouri Secretary of State’s intent appears to be to suppress eligible votesVoters are already required to show identification in order to vote Call to action:Contact your Senator to tell them to OPPOSE this bill. Find your Senator HERE Links to further reading: Lawsuit Challenges Recent Voter Roll Purges in Virginia (League of Women Voters) House Committee discusses proposed citizenship verification for voters (Press News Journal) Missouri Lawmakers weigh Restoring Secretary of State’s Investigation and Subpoena Power in Election Cases  (Missourinet) EducationBill #: HCS HB 2748 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO neither opposes or supports this bill  FOR INFORMATION ONLY Short Description: Currently, school districts must ensure that elementary school students participate in an average of 30 minutes of physical activity a day; this bill requires that schools ensure that all students in grades K-12 participate in moderate physical activity for a minimum of 60 minutes daily. Status of the Bill: Scheduled for an Executive Session in the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday, April 23 at 9:30 AM. Climate and Environment Bill #: SCS SB 959 (Senate bill now in the House) LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill Short Description: Creates the Missouri Geospatial Advisory Council Status of the Bill: Scheduled for an Executive Session in the House Emerging Issues Committee on Monday, April 20 at 4:30 PM. Talking points:   Encourages effective land use managementImproves coordination across government agencies Saves taxpayer money by sharing geospatial data between state and local governments Missouri Geographic Information Systems Advisory Council supports this billLink to the summary of the bill: Call to action: Contact Committee members and tell them you SUPPORT this bill. Members of the House Emerging Issues Committee can be found HERE. Click on the representative’s picture and you will be taken to their information page for their contact information. Links to further reading: Missouri GIS Advisory Council (MGISAC) League ResourcesLeague of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.com

    Legislative Update: 04.19.26

  7. Apr 12

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 4.12.26

    It's another week and another opportunity to use your power! Calls to Action 4-12-2026 Legislative Bulletin 4-12-2026 Voting Rights Bill #:  HB3146 LWVMO OPPOSES these bills Short Description: The bill revises Missouri's ballot summary statutes by expanding allowable word limits and specifying procedures for preparing and reviewing ballot language. Like SB 22 which was invalidated by the Missouri Supreme Court, the bill addresses the roles of state officials and courts in drafting, certifying, and challenging ballot summaries,but it does not apply to referendums initiated by the people to challenge recently enacted laws. Status of the Bill: The Senate Committee on Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence met on April 8 and passed (5-1). Moving to Senate Floor Soon. Call to action: Contact your Senator to tell them to OPPOSE this bill. Bill #: HCR48 LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: This resolution commends the United States House of Representatives for passing the SAVE Act and urges the United States Senate to do the same. Status of the Bill: Taken up for third read in the House on Monday, April 13. Call to action: Contact your individual legislator to tell them to OPPOSE this bill.  Bill #: HB2125 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: This measure requires the Secretary of State and the Department of Revenue to share and compare data, including citizenship information in the DOR database. It also restores the Secretary of State’s authority to investigate suspected election offenses and issue subpoenas—powers that expired on August 28, 2025. Status of the Bill: Taken up for 3rd read in the Senate. Call to action: Contact your Senator to tell them to OPPOSE this bill. Links to further reading: Lawsuit Challenges Recent Voter Roll Purges in Virginia Bill #: SB 896 LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: Creates new provisions relating to elections. Status of the Bill: Placed on the Senate Formal Perfection Calendar for Monday, April 13. Call to action: Contact your Senator to tell them to OPPOSE this bill. EducationBill #: HCS HB 2748 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO neither opposes or supports this bill FOR INFORMATION ONLY Short Description: The bill increases the requirement from 30 minutes of daily physical activity for elementary students to 60 minutes of moderate activity each day for all K–12 students. Health Care Bill #: HCS HBs 1826, 2560, 2349 & 2194 (House bills now in the Senate) LWVMO SUPPORTS this bill  Short Description: Modifies provisions relating to epinephrine delivery systems in schools. Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing Senate Families, Seniors and Health Committee on Wednesday, April 15 at 8:30 AM. Call to action: Only in person testimony is allowed at Senate hearings. Please contact committee members and let them know you SUPPORT this bill. Click on the Senator’s picture and you will be taken to their information page for their contact information. Taxes Bill #: SCS HCS HJRs 173 & 174 (House bills now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: If voters approve, and the income tax rate drops below 1.4% under current law, the state income tax would be eliminated by 2031, and sales taxes could be raised or expanded to offset the lost revenue. Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Fiscal Oversight committee on Monday, April 13 at 3:30 PM. Call to action: Only in person testimony is allowed at Senate hearings. Please contact committee members and let them know you OPPOSE this bill. Links to further reading: How states came to depend on income tax from Columbia Missourian     Ill-Conceived Tax Proposals Would Increase Taxes for Most Missourians from Missouri Budget Project More MBP Analysis & Education Impact Estimates Climate and Environment Bill #: SS/SCS/SB 838 LWVMO OPPOSES this bill Short Description: Adds "nuclear" to renewable energy. Status of the Bill: T aken up for 3rd read in the Senate. Call to action: Contact your Senator to tell them to OPPOSE this bill. Bill #: HCS HB 2384 (House bill now in the Senate) LWVMO OPPOSES this bill  Short Description: This is the third year for this bill, which prohibits local control over green building standards by setting statewide building codes to the 2009 International Residential Code. Status of the Bill: Scheduled for a hearing in the Senate on Monday, April 13 in the Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee. Call to action: Only in person testimony is allowed at Senate hearing. Please contact committee members and let them know you OPPOSE this bill. League Resources League of Women Voters of Missouri: www.lwvmissouri.org Register to Vote / check vote registration and more at :  Vote411.org There is a Local League near you. Get involved or join today to help protect democracy. Track Missouri Bills: www.senate.mo.gov | www.house.mo.gov House Roster Senate Roster The League of Women Voters envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate. We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Want to be a guest on the podcast or have questions? Email lwvmopodcast@gmail.com

    Call to Action: Legislative Update 4.12.26

  8. Apr 5

    Special Episode: 4.5.26: Interview With Jamie Satner, Paws to the Polls

    Michele and Skyler are on break this week. Please take a few minutes to listen to Michele's interview with Jamie Satner, with Paws to the Polls about their recent visit to the Missouri Capitol. Paws to the Polls is a non-partisan campus initiative to increase civic engagement at Missouri State with a focus on voter participation and voter literacy. Learn more about Paws to the Polls and what they do. Calls to Action:Take a look at this week's Legislative Update Bulletin for more information about what our Senators and Representatives are debating and voting on this week. Don't forget to exercise your right to be heard.

    Special Episode: 4.5.26: Interview With Jamie Satner, Paws to the Polls
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The LWVMO Legislative Update is a 15-minute weekly podcast recorded by The League of Women Voters of Missouri and released Sunday evenings to prepare you for the week ahead in Jefferson City. Join hosts Michele and Skyler as they break down bills tracked by the League of Women Voters of Missouri’s legislative tracking team and share clear information and, timely calls to action you can take to engage in democracy. Episodes run weekly during the Missouri legislative session from January through May, with special episodes and calls to action released throughout the season. Produced by Anna for the LWVMO.

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