JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – House Majority Floor Leader John Diehl said Tuesday that legislation aiming to block Tesla Motors from setting up shop in Missouri will likely not be passed in the final days of session.
Executive Branch
Nixon coy about future of 72-hour abortion waiting period
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Speaking just more than 12 hours after Democrats ceded their filibuster of legislation that would triple the state’s 24-hour waiting period for abortion, Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon hinted Tuesday that he might take similar action as…
Executive Branch
Nixon on transfers bill: Public dollars in private schools is “where I draw the line”
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – With just three days remaining in the legislative session, Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon called on legislators to scrap their agreement on school transfer legislation and remove a provision that would allow local tax dollars to be…
General Assembly
Mo. Senate leaders reach agreement to end filibuster on 72-hour waiting period bill
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Senate Democrats ended their filibuster early in the morning Tuesday of legislation that would triple the state’s current 24-hour waiting period for abortion.
General Assembly
Missouri legislature backs new regulations on electronic cigarettes
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri House on Monday sent legislation to the governor that would bar minors from purchasing electric cigarettes and products.
General Assembly
Tesla, Missouri Auto Dealers begin late battle over state franchise law
by Eli Yokley •
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri lawmakers are set to begin a last-minute fight over whether electric car manufacturers like Testa Motors should be able to sell their product directly to consumers.