Missouri Legislature

New state law preempts a federal ban set to take effect in November.

In a 101-48 vote, House lawmakers approve a bill that would place restrictions on transgender Missourians.

The proposed constitutional amendment gives lawmakers five years to expand transaction-based taxes to make up for revenue lost by eliminating the state income tax.

Legislation passed by the Missouri House on Thursday is designed to support people with conditions that could impair their ability to communicate with officers.

Research from Washington University shows two-thirds of Missouri Medicaid recipients are employed. The study comes as many adults on Medicaid will soon need to prove they work.

Missouri's legislature is debating a proposal that would gradually eliminate the state's income tax and allow the legislature to hike or expand sales taxes. Economists warn it could add a financial burden to people who can least afford it —and mean less money for schools and transit.

The legislation is aimed at hospitals that don't stock emergency contraception on religious grounds.

Retiring Congressman Sam Graves endorsed Chris Stigall, a nationally syndicated talk radio host, to replace him. But that brought a fiery response from Kansas City Councilman Nathan Willett, who dropped out of a race for an open state Senate seat to file for Congress.

Missouri lawmakers considered a bill Tuesday that would create competitive market for energy.

While the decision is a loss for redistricting opponents, it does not necessarily mean the map passed last year will be in place for the 2026 election.