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• This has bipartisan support.
• This is a bipartisan, bicameral bill.
• This bill has received bipartisan support and has no opposition.
• This bill has received bipartisan support and has no opposition.
• This bill enjoys bipartisan support, and there is no opposition.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, then moved through a lengthy consent and concurrence calendar. Early actions included adopting the consent calendar, approving a rule waiver to allow floor amendments on several Senate bills, and re-referring a few bills to committees. The chamber also observed adjournments in memory for the father of Assembly Member Stephanie and for Thomas Dennis Moore, with family present for both tributes. On the floor file, members approved or concurred in a wide range of measures. Notable bills included SB 1247 on minors’ online exploitation and removal of material when they reach adulthood; SB 1223 requiring competitive bidding at state and county fairs; SB 1238 adding disclosures and duties for HOA managers; SB 983 creating a Port of San Diego job-order contracting pilot; SB 959 addressing school funding during wildfire smoke days; SB 1443, an education omnibus cleanup bill; and SB 802 creating a Sacramento County homelessness joint powers authority, which drew extensive debate over Housing First, treatment, accountability, and local coordination. SB 923 strengthened privacy deletion rights, and AB 1267 set 18 as the minimum age for marriage, drawing broad bipartisan support and emotional testimony from survivors and advocates. The concurrence file then moved through many Assembly bills, most of them technical, support, or cleanup measures, with votes largely in favor. These included bills on Medi-Cal, youth athletics, digital financial assets, jail administration, health care prior authorization, fish and wildlife, elections, emergency services, pupil safety, employment, victim rights, attorney discipline, emergency medical response, seed program funding, naloxone training, child care facilities, cannabis, and dual language immersion coordination. Several bills were passed with unanimous or near-unanimous votes, while a few drew some opposition, including AB 801 on fair lending examinations, AB 1661 on oil-field community assistance, AB 2161 on Medi-Cal work requirement implementation, and AB 2230 on child care facilities. The chamber also adopted multiple Senate amendments and continued a number of items to later consideration.

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• </c><00:27:34.960><c> that</c> pass a continuing resolution that pass a continuing resolution that certainly
• Then during that 60 days we pass a continuing resolution. What takes priority?
• signs a continuing resolution.
• Don't need a continuing resolution. Don't need a governor. Don't need anything.

Committee: Senate Finance

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• :42.960><c> restored</c> bipartisan leadership Collins restored bipartisan leadership Collins restored
• House Joint Resolution 91, Representative Willner, a resolution declaring May as Mental Health Month
• House Joint Resolution 92, Representative Fugate, a joint resolution designating the J.C.
• Resolution 91 Representative Willner a Resolution 91 Representative Willner a resolution<00:46:56.400
• </c> joint resolution designating the J.C. joint resolution designating the J.C.

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• It's totally bipartisan.
• It's totally bipartisan.
• The resolution basically is a bipartisan proposal that modernizes the Missouri Constitution so the state
• Discussion on House Joint Resolution 159, gentleman from Greene County. Thank you, Mr.
• 159... 34, House Committee Substitute for House Joint Resolution 159 is third read and passed.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the previous day’s journal by a vote of 126-2. Members then observed a moment of silence for former Representative Barney Fisher, who was remembered for his Marine Corps service, business career, and House service from 2005 to 2013. The chamber also welcomed several guest groups, including Southern Boone third graders, Lake of the Ozarks Day visitors, and guests connected to autism awareness and other local interests. The House then took up several third-reading bills. Senate Bill 907, the “Act Against Abusive Website Access Litigation,” was amended and passed 148-0; supporters said it would curb predatory ADA website lawsuits and give businesses 90 days to fix problems before suit, while still preserving access rights. House Joint Resolution 159, which would modernize investment authority for the state treasurer and potentially generate about $15 million annually, passed 100-34 after debate over investment safeguards and whether it was too broad. House Bill 2741, requiring CDL holders and applicants to be able to read and speak English sufficiently for safety-related tasks and imposing penalties on operators and carriers, passed 104-22 amid concerns about subjectivity and immigration impacts. The House also passed House Bill 2474, adding progressive design-build as an optional project delivery method for local governments, by 141-5; House Bill 3076, a Department of Natural Resources cleanup bill exempting agricultural non-point sources from water permitting, by 102-41 after sharp debate over environmental protections; House Bill 2436, revising animal abuse/neglect and impoundment procedures, by 88-54; House Bill 2576, a naming/recognition bill, by 140-3; and House Bill 3175, “Mason’s Law,” allowing health-condition information to be shared with law enforcement during traffic stops, by 147-0. The chamber then announced upcoming committee work and adjourned until 4 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2026.

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• All those in favor of the resolution say aye; no, the resolution is adopted.
• All those in favor of the resolution know the eyes have the resolution is adopted.
• I believe the resolution before us, Mr.
• That is what this resolution speaks to.
• The resolution is adopted.

Summary: The Senate took up several local and special bills on third reading and final passage. It amended and passed to be engrossed Senate 1831, a Rutland bill providing killed-in-the-line-of-duty benefits for Joanne Saundi as the surviving spouse of Detective John DeSongy, and also passed to be engrossed two Haverhill bills exempting Nick Santos and Anthony Morales from the maximum age requirement for police officer appointments. The chamber then enacted bills concerning police age requirements in Newton and Stonem, sending them to the Governor. It also adopted two congratulatory resolutions, including one for the Florence Community Band’s 25th anniversary and another recognizing the Italian Consulate in Boston and Italian National Day. The Senate suspended Joint Rule 12 to refer a House petition from Rep. Carol Fiola to the Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies, proposing a temporary pilot to let municipalities extend liquor-license hours and allow public consumption in designated districts during summer 2026. The chamber also addressed House 5501, the fiscal year 2027 state budget, after the House nonconcurred in a Senate amendment; the Senate insisted on its amendment and appointed a conference committee, naming Senators Rodrigues, Comerford, and O’Connor. A major floor debate centered on Senate 3104, a resolution responding to the Supreme Judicial Court’s May 7, 2026 order regarding the State Auditor’s request for Senate financial records. Supporters said the resolution would provide documents in four clarified categories—budgets, audits, balance-forward transactions, and monetary settlement agreements—while preserving constitutional separation-of-powers objections to broader requests. Opponents argued the Senate should have sought the court’s guidance earlier and that the documents should be produced without further delay. The resolution was adopted on a roll call vote, 33-6. The Senate then adjourned in memory of William F. Howard of Beverly and set its next meeting for Monday at 11:00 a.m.

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• </c><00:20:15.840><c> 977,</c> Pursuant to the House Resolution 977, Pursuant to the House Resolution
• This resolution won't stop him. him. This resolution won't stop him.
• And I'm talking about bipartisan effort. It should be bipartisan.
• <02:37:18.880><c> bipartisan.
• It should be bipartisan. effort. It should be bipartisan.

Bills: HB5184

Keywords: manufactured housing, manufactured homes, mobile homes, affordable housing, energy efficiency, energy conservation standards, Department of Energy, HUD, Housing and Urban Development, preemption, factory-built housing, climate zones, life-cycle cost, payback period, building standards, housing affordability, energy rule rollback, federal standards, home prices, construction costs

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• </c> decline in 2021 with the bipartisan decline in 2021 with the bipartisan VOCAX<03:22:53.279><c> Act
• This legislation is bipartisan because the need is bipartisan. Victims of crime...
• ><c> because</c> This legislation is bipartisan because This legislation is bipartisan because the<03
• </c><04:10:55.520><c> support</c> the widespread and bipartisan support the widespread and bipartisan
• 05.120><c> that</c> the bipartisan recognition that the bipartisan recognition that protecting<04:12:

Bills: HB6504 , HB6500 , HB2683 , SB269 , HB6732 , HB6715 , HB6719 , SB3424 , HR909

Keywords: Haiti, duty-free imports, economic recovery, trade, Caribbean Basin, tariff, apparel, remote access, national security, export controls, cloud computing, foreign policy, international relations, improper payments, deceased, social security, federal coordination, state agencies, coercion, minors

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• I think that bipartisan support means a great deal to Missourians.
• Brief explanation: this resolution is identical to HCR 52 from 2022.
• Speaker, to speak in favor of the concurrent resolution. Proceed, gentlemen. Mr.
• Speaker, to speak on the resolution. Proceed, please. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• I moved at Senate Committee substitute for Senate Concurrent Resolution 21 between.

Summary: The House convened after a quorum call and received a Senate message refusing to concur in House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 994, leading the House to refuse to recede and appoint a conference committee. The chamber then reconsidered and amended Senate Bill 1019, stripping out earlier language and replacing it with a narrower substitute amendment focused on Lyme disease and alpha-gal, before giving the bill third read and passage. Members also adopted Senate Substitute for House Bill 1740, known as Melanie’s Law, after extensive debate about ignition interlock devices, affordability for low-income drivers, and the bill’s goal of reducing drunk-driving deaths; it passed overwhelmingly after emotional testimony from sponsors and family members affected by impaired driving. The House next passed Senate Bill 1033, which included a DNR solvency fix and agriculture provisions affecting farm truck inspections and cotton gin permitting/air-dispersion modeling. Supporters said it would help keep environmental programs solvent and better align Missouri rules with neighboring states, while some members raised concerns about future funding and EPA oversight. The chamber then passed Senate Bill 916, which limits contractor indemnity obligations before work begins or after final acceptance on public projects while preserving liability for contractor negligence; supporters said it would reduce costs and protect contractors from being sued before mobilization, while one member objected to expanding immunity language for MoDOT-related agents. The House also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 21, encouraging Missouri participation in America 250 celebrations in 2026. Later, it adopted a conference committee report on House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 975, described as restoring a local-state system and giving local districts options for organizing and electing board members. The session ended with announcements about committee meetings and a motion to stand at recess until additional conference committee reports and Senate bills were ready, with adjournment set for the next morning.

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• herewith transmitted: Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 7, relating to adjournment for more than three
• Motion prevails. >> Nisca [clears throat] moves that Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 7 be now adopted
• There's a bipartisan coalition in There's a bipartisan coalition in Congress<00:55:38.079><c> that's<
• </c> speaks to why I think from a bipartisan speaks to why I think from a bipartisan basis,<00:58:36.480
• There are motions and resolutions.

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• Senators, we are now at motions, resolutions, and notices.
• Secretary, please read: Senate Resolution 111.
• So perhaps a future resolution will correct that mistake.
• The resolution is simple but important.
• We will now return to motions and resolutions.

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• Speaker Mr Speaker this resolution Speaker Mr Speaker this resolution simply<06:00:51.600><c> calls</

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• But we think it's past time for this, and so we urge bipartisan support. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• And this year, in a unanimous bipartisan decision, the commission again identified lobbyist transparency
• We're here to present House Resolution 1. We're calling this the Survivor's Truth Commission Bill.
• And of course, in your analysis, you'll find that this committee is bipartisan.
• So that's one of the reasons I think we have some pretty strong bipartisan support on this.

Committee: House House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs

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• I have a resolution to present. We'll get your resolution passed out and read in. Mr.
• Chief Clerk, please read in House Resolution Number 27 by title only.
• Can I have a Senate Joint Resolution 16. Thank you, Madam Speaker.
• This bill is bipartisan.
• This bill is bipartisan. This bill is a bipartisan bill, and I appreciate everyone's support.

Summary: The House convened with a quorum present, opened with a moment of silence for Ted Williams, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Members then accepted the previous day’s minutes and moved into a series of recognitions, beginning with House Resolution 27 designating June 24, 2026 as Staff Appreciation Day. The resolution was adopted by voice vote, and the chamber spent much of the meeting honoring legislative staff across both caucuses, with members and staff introducing themselves and being recognized for years of service and behind-the-scenes work. The House also recognized staff member Justin, who is leaving for a position with the Delaware State Board of Education, and later gave farewell remarks for Representative Kevin Hensley and Representative Charles Postles, both of whom are retiring. Numerous members spoke in tribute to their service, constituent work, and personal character, and both Hensley and Postles offered remarks thanking colleagues, staff, and family. The House then received communications from the Senate, including several bills and resolutions passed and returned, and a notice of Senate concurrence on other measures. Representative Wilson-Anton made a brief statement explaining her vote on Senate Bill 100 and reaffirming support for marriage equality and related civil rights issues. The chamber also took up Senate Joint Resolution 16 and Senate Joint Resolution 17, which set the official revenue estimates for fiscal years 2026 and 2027; both were read, called to roll, and passed by constitutional majority votes of 37-4 and 40-1, respectively. Finally, the House considered Senate Bill 335, the operating budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. Representative Williams presented the budget on behalf of the Joint Finance Committee, describing major funding items including raises for state and education employees, health insurance and retiree benefit funding, developmental disability services, Medicaid growth, purchase of care, and maintenance of reserve funds. Several members praised the committee’s work, while Representative Shupe said he would vote no, citing concerns about the budget’s 6.3% growth despite appreciating the committee’s effort. After the budget presentation and comments, Leader Harris moved that the House recess for party caucuses, and the House stood in recess until the call of the bell.

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• This House Joint Resolution is a joint resolution that will go on the ballot of the people for them to
• Speaker, to speak on the resolution. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• They're bipartisan. Tax cuts are bipartisan, and I believe that is true.
• They're bipartisan because they benefit Republicans and Democrats alike, and they're bipartisan because
• I have been thinking about this joint resolution. I've been thinking about this joint resolution.

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• Having said that, PILT is a bipartisan bill that passes with annual appropriations in large bipartisan
• Having said that, PILT is a bipartisan bill that passes with annual appropriations in large bipartisan
• You may wonder, then, why I have concerns about a resolution that's...
• We're worried about unintended consequences of this resolution.
• We're worried about unintended consequences of this resolution.

Committee: Senate State Affairs

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• I support this resolution and applaud Representative Harris-Davila for presenting it.
• , and Mother's Milk Bank, which is mentioned in the resolution as well.
• I urge all of you to support this initiative. ...to support this resolution.
• This bill passed the House last session with strong bipartisan support.
• I think it's a pragmatic, bipartisan approach to making a difference.

Bills: HB321 , HB 1027 , HB 1295 , HB1782 , HB2295 , HCR29 , HCR56

Committee: House S/C on Disease Prevention & Women's & Children's Health

Keywords: Medicaid, child health, express lane option, income verification, supplemental nutrition assistance, telepharmacy, healthcare access, remote dispensing, rural clinics, pharmacy regulations, health literacy, state health plan, health care, patient outcomes, public health, economic impact, healthcare, breast cancer, cervical cancer, insurance eligibility

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• Business on the Speaker's desk: House Concurrent Resolution 2064, Barbara Leff death resolution.
• Without objection, first and second readings of House Concurrent Resolution 2064 will be waived, and
• HCR 2064, a concurrent resolution on the death of the honorable Barbara Leff.
• H.C.R. 2064, a concurrent resolution on the death of the honorable Barbara Leff.
• Representative Powell: Yes, this bill is totally bipartisan.

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• But why not get something that's bipartisan so when it hits the floor...
• Any discussion on House Concurrent Resolution 38? Seeing none, I have a substitute.
• By your vote of 11 to 0, you have passed House Concurrent Resolution 38.
• By your vote of 11 to 0, you have passed House Concurrent Resolution 38.
• House Committee Substitute for House Concurrent Resolution 38. No other business.

Committee: House Special Committee on Rural Issues

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• Representative Hill, you are recognized for your resolution. The Clerk will read.
• Senate Concurrent Resolution 17 by Hill of the House and Boren of the Senate, a resolution relating to
• Members, this is a resolution.
• I am proud to present Senate Concurrent Resolution 17, which continues to celebrate the longstanding

Bills: HB4319 , HB4317 , HB1225 , HB3076 , HB3081 , HB4226 , SCR17 , HB4432 , HB3304 , HB3411 , HB3435 , HB4339 , HB4331 , HB4341 , HB4342 , HB1770 , HB1016 , HB4113 , HB2950 , HB4141 , HB3277 , HB2988 , HB3029 , HB3338 , HB1889 , HB3834 , HB3831 , HB2939 , HB3045 , HB3657 , HB1739 , HB3759 , HB3755 , HB4484 , HB4486 , HB4108 , HB1250 , HB2961 , HB1219 , HB3025 , HB1782 , HB1907 , HB3718 , HB4459 , HB2976 , HB3548 , HB3545 , HB2952 , HB2929 , HB2956 , HB2973 , HB3055 , HB3086 , HB3040 , HB3794 , HB4336 , HB3151 , HB1590 , HB3581 , HB3313 , HB3429 , HB3448 , HB1752 , HB2650 , HB3584 , HB4202 , HB3586 , HB4321 , HB4280 , HB3650 , HCR1020 , HB2116 , HB2206 , HB4301 , HB3625 , HB3147 , HB3403 , HB3498 , HB3970 , HB3975 , HB3976 , HB3980 , HB4265 , HB4266 , HB3638 , HB3880 , HB3930 , HB3942 , HB3944 , HB4191 , HB3242 , HB3678

Keywords: administrative procedures, rulemaking authority, specific authority, legislative review, agency rules, accounting, CPA, licensure, educational requirements, reciprocity, professional conduct, vital records, birth certificate, birth registration, biological sex, sex designation, male, female, nonbinary, gender identity

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• days' Jo House Senate bills to join us at second reading, assign my reassignment, buildings and resolutions
• , builds resolutions, conference committee reports, and joint committee reports, most places in new business
• Speaker, I ask you to vote no on this resolution. Thank you. Thank you for your debates.

Bills: HB4319 , HB4317 , HB1225 , HB3076 , HB3081 , HB4226 , SCR17 , HB4432 , HB3304 , HB3411 , HB3435 , HB4339 , HB4331 , HB4341 , HB4342 , HB1770 , HB1016 , HB4113 , HB2950 , HB4141 , HB3277 , HB2988 , HB3029 , HB3338 , HB1889 , HB3834 , HB3831 , HB2939 , HB3045 , HB3657 , HB1739 , HB3759 , HB3755 , HB4484 , HB4486 , HB4108 , HB1250 , HB2961 , HB1219 , HB3025 , HB1782 , HB1907 , HB3718 , HB4459 , HB2976 , HB3548 , HB3545 , HB2952 , HB2929 , HB2956 , HB2973 , HB3055 , HB3086 , HB3040 , HB3794 , HB4336 , HB3151 , HB1590 , HB3581 , HB3313 , HB3429 , HB3448 , HB1752 , HB2650 , HB3584 , HB4202 , HB3586 , HB4321 , HB4280 , HB3650 , HCR1020 , HB2116 , HB2206 , HB4301 , HB3625 , HB3147 , HB3403 , HB3498 , HB3970 , HB3975 , HB3976 , HB3980 , HB4265 , HB4266 , HB3638 , HB3880 , HB3930 , HB3942 , HB3944 , HB4191 , HB3242 , HB3678

Keywords: administrative procedures, rulemaking authority, specific authority, legislative review, agency rules, accounting, CPA, licensure, educational requirements, reciprocity, professional conduct, vital records, birth certificate, birth registration, biological sex, sex designation, male, female, nonbinary, gender identity