/tags/brian-williams Brian Williams en-US Copyright © 2024 ÍâÍøÌìÌà Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:00:00 GMT /podcast/politically-speaking/2024-04-10/missouri-state-senator-brian-williams-state-budget-changes The University City Democrat is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, which plays a major role in crafting the state budget. Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:00:00 GMT /podcast/politically-speaking/2024-04-10/missouri-state-senator-brian-williams-state-budget-changes Jason Rosenbaum, Sarah Kellogg /government-politics-issues/2024-02-20/missouri-senate-gives-initial-approval-to-make-it-harder-for-voters-to-change-the-constitution Senate Democrats filibustered against the bill from early Monday evening into Tuesday afternoon. They ultimately stood down after the passage of a bipartisan amendment that stripped the proposal down to its main goal, which they think voters will reject. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 22:09:42 GMT /government-politics-issues/2024-02-20/missouri-senate-gives-initial-approval-to-make-it-harder-for-voters-to-change-the-constitution Sarah Kellogg /economy-business/2023-09-26/closed-for-9-years-demolition-of-the-jamestown-mall-in-north-county-finally-begins The demolition process will be complete by next summer. In the meantime, St. Louis Port Authority, which owns the 142-acre property, will start the process of figuring out how to redevelop the space. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:36:01 GMT /economy-business/2023-09-26/closed-for-9-years-demolition-of-the-jamestown-mall-in-north-county-finally-begins Will Bauer /government-politics-issues/2023-07-11/proponents-of-restitution-reform-hope-governors-veto-doesnt-set-precedent Missouri Gov. Mike Parson cited the language that expanded who receives restitution after being wrongfully convicted would have burdened taxpayers with that extra cost. Supporters of the legislation say Parson vetoing the bill is disappointing. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 22:27:13 GMT /government-politics-issues/2023-07-11/proponents-of-restitution-reform-hope-governors-veto-doesnt-set-precedent Sarah Kellogg /government-politics-issues/2023-05-11/senate-slowdown-jeopardizing-priorities-in-missouri-legislature-as-session-nears-end Lawmakers have until 6 p.m. Friday to finish work on a host of key issues. Thu, 11 May 2023 20:10:27 GMT /government-politics-issues/2023-05-11/senate-slowdown-jeopardizing-priorities-in-missouri-legislature-as-session-nears-end Jason Rosenbaum /government-politics-issues/2023-01-04/missouri-legislators-look-to-legalize-sports-betting-and-change-ballot-petitions-in-2023 State lawmakers see this session as a greater opportunity to pass some of their priorities. Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:00 GMT /government-politics-issues/2023-01-04/missouri-legislators-look-to-legalize-sports-betting-and-change-ballot-petitions-in-2023 Sarah Kellogg /government-politics-issues/2022-09-21/missouri-senate-passes-tax-cut-and-credits-house-passes-its-own-tax-credit-bill Both Senate bills now go to the House. In addition to the special session, the annual veto session ended on Wednesday, with no legislation overridden by lawmakers this year. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 22:03:53 GMT /government-politics-issues/2022-09-21/missouri-senate-passes-tax-cut-and-credits-house-passes-its-own-tax-credit-bill Sarah Kellogg /government-politics-issues/2022-08-16/missouri-senates-conservative-caucus-leaders-say-its-no-longer-needed The caucus frequently clashed with Republican leadership but now members say they want a united front to pursue GOP platform policies. Tue, 16 Aug 2022 22:09:54 GMT /government-politics-issues/2022-08-16/missouri-senates-conservative-caucus-leaders-say-its-no-longer-needed Sarah Kellogg /government-politics-issues/2022-06-16/huge-bill-adds-extra-steps-for-voters-and-those-who-run-missouri-elections The more than 50-page bill contains not only a photo ID requirement in order to vote, but also new rules for election authorities across the state, leading some to wonder how they will be enforced. Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT /government-politics-issues/2022-06-16/huge-bill-adds-extra-steps-for-voters-and-those-who-run-missouri-elections Sarah Kellogg /government-politics-issues/2022-05-04/tentative-45-billion-missouri-budget-keeps-minimum-teacher-pay-hike The budget includes millions for both starting and existing teacher salaries and school transportation as well as investments across the state. Thu, 05 May 2022 03:40:25 GMT /government-politics-issues/2022-05-04/tentative-45-billion-missouri-budget-keeps-minimum-teacher-pay-hike Sarah Kellogg