Governor Mike Kehoe delivers first State of the State address

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Public safety, tax reform and education among key issues discussed during speech

Before a joint session of the Missouri General Assembly, Gov. Mike Kehoe laid out his legislative agenda and presented his budget priorities for the year ahead during his first State of the State address. As lawmakers, state officials and others listened, the governor pledged to make public safety a central focus of his administration.

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Power Profile: Senator Tony Luetkemeyer

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State Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, R-Parkville, has emerged as a key voice in the Missouri Senate, prioritizing public safety, tax reform and reliable energy policy to support families and businesses across the state.

Since joining the Senate in 2018, Luetkemeyer has championed legislation aimed at addressing Missouri’s most pressing challenges, from reducing crime in urban centers to ensuring the state’s energy grid remains reliable and affordable.

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Ameren Missouri launches multiyear cost saving programs for customers

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New round of energy efficiency and demand response programs total $75 million in rebates and incentives

Ameren Missouri announces it will continue providing customers with opportunities to save money and energy after the Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) recently approved the company’s revised multiyear energy efficiency and demand response plan, under the Missouri Energy Efficiency Investment Act.

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Lawmakers begin 2025 Legislative Session

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Newly elected and returning lawmakers travel to State Capitol to be sworn into office as the session begins in Jefferson City

Wednesday, Jan. 8, marked the beginning of the First Regular Session of the 103rd General Assembly. As newly elected and returning lawmakers traveled to the State Capitol to take the oath of office and begin the legislative session, they also had the opportunity to elect their legislative leaders for the next two years. In the Missouri House of Representatives, members elected Rep. Jon Patterson, R-Lee's Summit, to serve as speaker. Republicans hold a 110-52 majority over Democrats in the chamber. Across the State Capitol in the Missouri Senate, senators elected Cindy O'Laughlin, R-Shelbina, as the chamber's president pro tem. Senator O'Laughlin's election marks the first time a woman has been chosen to be the Senate's top lawmaker. Republicans carry a 24-10 majority over Democrats in the Missouri Senate.

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