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The off-and-on freeze of benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, that serves about 42 million people, was among the most consequential effects of the record-setting shutdown. Roughly 1 in 8 Americans use SNAP to help buy groceries. #moleg #mogov
The shutdown tug-of-war over SNAP benefits: a timeline • Missouri Independent
Payments for November for the nation’s main food assistance program have been delayed during the government shutdown.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:05 PM
State officials estimated last year that 40,000 food establishments and smoke shops and 1,800 food manufacturers were selling products that would be banned under the proposed federal regulations. #moleg #mogov
Missouri hemp businesses fear new federal THC limits will destroy the industry • Missouri Independent
Thousands of Missouri food establishments and stores would be impacted by federal THC limit on hemp products.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:39 PM
A summary of the bill says the new language would prevent “the unregulated sale of intoxicating hemp-based or hemp-derived products, including Delta-8, from being sold online, in gas stations, and corner stores, while preserving non-intoxicating CBD and industrial hemp products.” #moleg #mogov
Deal ending government shutdown includes restrictions on intoxicating hemp products • Missouri Independent
A deal to end a government shutdown included an amendment that targets intoxicating hemp products across the country.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
More than 3,000 immigrants who are in Missouri legally but are not citizens are expected to lose eligibility for the nation’s largest federal food assistance program this month.
Another 6,000 could lose benefits in the coming months. #moleg #mogov
Another 6,000 could lose benefits in the coming months. #moleg #mogov
Thousands of refugees, legal immigrants in Missouri could lose food assistance • Missouri Independent
More than 3,000 legal immigrants and refugees in Missouri are expected to lose eligibility for federal food assistance this month.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:55 PM
PAC tied to Jay Ashcroft’s 2024 Missouri governor campaign fined for violating ethics laws #moleg #mogov
PAC tied to Jay Ashcroft’s 2024 Missouri governor campaign fined for violating ethics laws • Missouri Independent
The PAC backing Jay Ashcroft’s 2024 bid for governor improperly coordinated with his campaign, according to a consent agreement.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The number of Hepatitis C infections in pregnancy increased tenfold from 2000 to 2019. Legislative solutions helped paved the way for a new ‘meds to beds’ program at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis that’s bringing better access to a cure. #moleg #mogov
‘Light bulb moment’: New approach to treating Hep C postpartum a success in St. Louis • Missouri Independent
A “meds to beds” program at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis has seen huge success in curing postpartum women infected with Hepatitis C.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Many are grappling with financial uncertainty of investing their life savings as they work to make their marijuana businesses a success #moleg #mogov
‘Blood, sweat and tears’: Missouri cannabis microbusiness owners begin to see light • Missouri Independent
Missouri has approved 12 microbusinesses to begin operating out of 68 total licenses issued: two dispensaries and 10 wholesale licenses.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:58 PM
The Trump administration has instructed states that authorized full November nutrition assistance benefits to return a portion, another unprecedented reversal for a program that helps 42 million people afford groceries. #moleg #mogov
States told by Trump administration to 'undo' full SNAP benefits paid for November • Missouri Independent
Trump has instructed states that authorized full November nutrition assistance benefits to return a portion.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Missouri anti-LGBTQ+ laws linked to population loss and decline in tax revenue, studies find #moleg #mogov
Missouri anti-LGBTQ+ laws linked to population loss and decline in tax revenue, studies find • Missouri Independent
Researchers and business leaders warn that discriminatory laws are pushing LGBTQ+ Missourians and employers to leave the state.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Researchers and business leaders warn that discriminatory laws are pushing LGBTQ+ Missourians and employers to leave, hurting the state’s economy. #moleg #mogov
Missouri anti-LGBTQ+ laws linked to population loss and decline in tax revenue, studies find • Missouri Independent
Researchers and business leaders warn that discriminatory laws are pushing LGBTQ+ Missourians and employers to leave the state.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Missouri public schools showed continued improvement in annual performance reports released by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Thursday, with 56% of districts and charter schools raising their scores. #moleg #mogov
Missouri schools show improvement in annual performance reports • Missouri Independent
Missouri public school districts and charters improve scores in annual performance report released Thursday.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Put Missouri First, the PAC opposing the referendum campaign, reported two $50,000 contributions — one from the National Republican Congressional Committee and the other from the Republican National Committee. #moleg #mogov
National Republicans gear up to fight referendum on Missouri congressional map • Missouri Independent
A PAC created to defend Missouri's gerrymandered congressional map received $100,000 this week from national Republicans.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM
If Missouri’s newly gerrymandered congressional map makes it to the ballot next year, Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins wants to tell voters it “better reflects statewide voting patterns” and replaces a “gerrymandered” version that “protects incumbent politicians.” #moleg #mogov
Referendum backers reject ballot title for vote on gerrymandered Missouri congressional map • Missouri Independent
If Missourians vote on the gerrymandered congressional map, Secretary of State Denny Hoskins wants the ballot to say it “reflects statewide voting patterns.”
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November 6, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Missouri legalized abortion 1 year ago. Here’s what’s happened since the landmark vote #moleg #mogov
Missouri legalized abortion 1 year ago. Here’s what’s happened since the landmark vote • Missouri Independent
One year ago, Missourians codified the right to abortion in the state constitution. Multiple lawsuits and a proposed abortion ban followed.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Five Democratic senators pilloried the plan for replacement workers as potentially putting the nation’s military at risk while U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley demanded the company negotiate in good faith with striking workers. #moleg #mogov
Boeing receives more heat from Congress to settle St. Louis strike • Missouri Independent
Democratic and Republican senators say Boeing is potentially putting the nation's military at risk by choosing to replace striking workers.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:33 PM
A hearing that was to be the first of at least three this month deciding the fate of Missouri’s newly gerrymandered congressional map was postponed Monday due to a judge’s illness. #moleg #mogov
Judge’s illness delays hearing on referendum to overturn Missouri’s gerrymandered map • Missouri Independent
A hearing that was to be the first of at least three deciding the fate of Missouri’s newly gerrymandered congressional map was postponed Monday.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Missouri health premiums to rise as much as 30% for 2026 amid uncertainty over federal subsidies #moleg #mogov
Missouri health premiums to rise as much as 30% for 2026 amid uncertainty over subsidies • Missouri Independent
Most individual health insurance plan premiums in Missouri will increase next year in addition to new costs as federal subsidies expire.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Trump administration blocked from cutting off SNAP benefits as two judges issue orders #moleg #mogov
Trump administration blocked from cutting off SNAP benefits as two judges issue orders • Missouri Independent
President Donald Trump's administration was blocked from cutting off SNAP benefits as two judges issue orders.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Missouri aid for moms and babies to continue as other food assistance ends during shutdown #moleg #mogov
Missouri aid for moms and babies to continue as other food assistance ends during shutdown • Missouri Independent
Gov. Mike Kehoe and state health officials announced continued funding for food assistance with some programs set to run dry.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:07 AM
The Missouri House Ethics Committee on Wednesday wrapped up an investigation into an obscene text message sent from one lawmaker to another during September’s legislative special session. #moleg #mogov
Missouri House ethics hearing focuses on obscene text sent by Democratic lawmaker • Missouri Independent
The Missouri House Ethics Committee on Wednesday wrapped up an investigation into an obscene text message sent from one lawmaker to another.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Boeing faces more pressure from Congress as St. Louis workers strike nears three months
Union members narrowly rejected the company’s last contract offer, and in response Boeing leadership has vowed to accelerate efforts to hire permanent replacement workers. #moleg #mogov
Union members narrowly rejected the company’s last contract offer, and in response Boeing leadership has vowed to accelerate efforts to hire permanent replacement workers. #moleg #mogov
Boeing faces more pressure from Congress as St. Louis workers strike nears three months • Missouri Independent
Union members narrowly rejected the company’s last contract offer, and Boeing leadership has vowed hire permanent replacement workers.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:14 PM