Authorizes the use of the Senate Chamber for Missouri Youth Leadership
Summary
SR395 is a simple Senate resolution authorizing the 2025 Missouri Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities to use the Missouri Senate Chamber on Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a mock legislative session. The resolution states that the forum is sponsored by the Governor’s Council on Disability and the Missouri Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities and is intended to provide high school juniors and seniors with disabilities an educational experience in state government and the democratic process.
The measure does not amend substantive law or create a new program; it is a one-time chamber-use authorization and a formal expression of support from the Senate. Its practical effect is limited to granting access to the Senate Chamber for the event and recognizing the value of civic education and youth leadership development for students with disabilities.
Impact
SR395 has no direct impact on Missouri statutes, regulations, or appropriations. It functions as a chamber-use resolution, allowing a specific outside group to use the Senate Chamber for a limited time and date. The affected parties are the Missouri Youth Leadership Forum, the Governor’s Council on Disability, the Missouri Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities, and the Senate, which is granting the request.
Sentiment
The available text suggests broad support and a positive, ceremonial tone. The resolution emphasizes civic participation, good citizenship, and educational opportunities for students with disabilities, indicating that the Senate views the event favorably. There are no recorded committee transcripts or votes showing opposition or debate, and the bill history provided does not indicate controversy.
Contention
There is no notable substantive contention reflected in the bill text or the available legislative history. Because the resolution is administrative and ceremonial in nature, any discussion would likely center only on scheduling and chamber access rather than policy disagreements. No opposing viewpoints, amendments, or recorded votes are provided.