Opinions
The first two and a half weeks of session are under our belt, and we have hit the ground running. For my first Capitol Report this year, I want to discuss a few of the bills I have filed, and where they are in the process. Throughout this session I hope to discuss each of the bills I have filed...
Dear Constituents,
The General Assembly returned to Jefferson City two weeks ago and went back to work for the people of Missouri. Committees are up and running and we are working hard to get good common-sense legislation to the house floor as soon as possible.
I have filed several...
Greetings Friends of the 155th District!
This was a busy and highly productive week in Jefferson City. I had the opportunity to meet with constituents from Starling, a nonprofit trade association representing community providers that support individuals with intellectual and developmental...
Thumbs Up to Ralph Alkire, Beth Gwaltney and sons for picking up trash on north 136!!!! It looks amazing! A big thanks to them for doing this!!!!
Thumbs Up to Sheriff Matt Roberts and all the other law enforcement and others who were working in the winter storm.
Thumbs Up to Ozarks...
Everyone has had a teacher who touched their life in a meaningful way. I believe it is time to tell the story of how former students have touched my life personally and no doubt yours. Throughout Howell County. I see former students making contributions to better our world. They work throughout...
As we watch perplexing current events, I am reminded of Luke 21:26, "People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken."
However, true Christians should not be afraid because God is guiding all these situations. Meanwhile, the...
Greetings Friends of the 155th District!
This week in Jefferson City, we kicked off the legislative session on a strong note as committees convened and hearings officially began. I am grateful to Speaker Patterson for referring several of my bills, including HB 1641, which addresses...
The Mountain View Community Betterment (MVCB) would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Mountain View community for your generous donations and continued support throughout 2025. Because of your kindness, we were able to make a meaningful impact, and we pray that 2026 will be a year filled...
Governor Kehoe wants us to vote on eliminating the income tax in Missouri without giving us any plan on how that money is to be replaced. He wants the legislature to do that planning.
The Missouri legislature has a pretty dismal record of late when it comes to what's best for their average...
Greetings Friends of the 155th District!
Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful 2025 and are looking forward to an even better year ahead in 2026. Thank you for the privilege of serving as your State Representative for the 155th District.
The 2026 legislative session has officially...