Bridget Walsh Moore — Representative Bridget Walsh Moore repeatedly expressed support for the bill and urged that it move forward, suggesting it could be added as an amendment to another legislative vehicle. Subsequent references to her remarks echoed that same point, noting that her comments aligned with concerns that much of the bill makes sense and should be advanced in amendment form.
Dane Diehl — Dane Diehl was recorded as present during the roll call, including the continued roll call confirmation.
Bill Falkner — Bill Falkner was noted present during roll call, and shortly afterward the meeting referenced his request to hold House Bill 2394 while he continues work on it.
Bill Falkner — Bill Faulkner introduced himself as the representative for the 10th District and testified on House Bill 2395, explaining that the bill would modernize and standardize septic system installation by using soil analysis instead of perk tests. He drew on his plumbing experience to explain why perk tests can be unreliable, especially given Missouri’s varied soil conditions and dry-season issues. Committee members then asked clarifying questions about what the bill replaces and why it is important for Missouri, and the discussion concluded with thanks and supportive remarks about his technical knowledge and the bill’s approach.
Jeff Hales — Answered present during roll call.
Ken Jamison — Answered present during roll call.
Peggy McGaugh — Answered present during roll call.
Peggy McGaugh — Cited as being very familiar with how the sheriff and prosecuting attorney salaries are set.
Peggy McGaugh — Identified as the sponsor of House Bill 1940.
Peggy McGaugh — Introduced the bill and said she represents the 7th District.
Peggy McGaugh — Continued sponsor testimony and noted uncertainty about whether the bill should be on consent.
Peggy McGaugh — Praised as a champion of Missouri newspapers.
Peggy McGaugh — Her testimony was praised as accurate and excellent.
Peggy McGaugh — Referenced as having indicated that one year is enough time to properly vet a newspaper.
Peggy McGaugh — Referenced for her comments about how she reads the news.
Peggy McGaugh — Referenced as someone whose comments about reading the news were being discussed.
Rodger Reedy — Answered present during roll call.
Rodger Reedy — Voted aye on House Bill 2180.
Rodger Reedy — Praised as someone with long experience serving communities and the committee.
Marla Smith — Marla Smith was present during roll call and later voted aye on House Bill 2180.
Mike Steinmeyer — Mike Steinmeyer was noted during roll call as present and later mentioned again during the roll call vote on House Bill 2180.
Terri Violet — Terri Violet responded present during roll call and later voted aye on House Bill 2180 during the roll-call vote.
John Voss — Answered present during roll call.
John Voss — Answered here during the continued roll call.
John Voss — Voted aye on House Bill 2180.
Colin Wellenkamp — Answered present during roll call.
Colin Wellenkamp — Answered here during the continued roll call.
Colin Wellenkamp — Mentioned during the vote tally on House Bill 2180.
Richard West — Richard West was present and answered during the roll call.
Bryant Wolfin — Answered present during roll call.
Bryant Wolfin — Answered here during the continued roll call.
Bryant Wolfin — Asked for clarification on the purpose of removing the sheriff and prosecuting attorney from the bill.
Bryant Wolfin — Referenced as the sponsor's seatmate who reads news on a laptop.
Bryant Wolfin — Representative Bryant Wolfin is repeatedly called on by the chair during the questioning segment, with the transcript showing several misrendered or abbreviated references to his name as he is invited to proceed and continue his questions.
Chad Stebbins — Executive director of the Missouri Press Association; testified in support of the bill.
Shannon Hawke — Shannon Hawke introduced herself as representing the Missouri Municipal League and testified in support of keeping legal notices in local papers.
Curtis Klucki — Curtis Klucki introduces himself as a witness and says he has worked for Infiltrator Water Technologies for 25 years. He explains that his work is in wastewater and supports removing the perk test because it helps protect groundwater. After his opening testimony, he takes questions and responds that the proposed testing approach would help mitigate drought-related impacts by improving system design.
R. Naccadinoff — R. Naccadinoff, identifying himself as the State Public Advocate, opposes the bill. He argues against mandating additional regulations, government staff, inspections, and registration requirements, saying these measures would add unnecessary administrative burden and cost.
Nicholas Steikes — President of the Missouri Small Flows organization; third-generation on-site wastewater treatment system installer; speaks in favor of House Bill 2395.
Katie Gamble — Speaks on behalf of the Missouri Center for Public Health Excellence in support of the legislation.
Phil Amato — Answered present during roll call.
Phil Amato — Voted aye on House Bill 2180.
Bridget Walsh Moore — Bridget Walsh Moore is first noted as present during roll call and later during a roll call vote on House Bill 2180. She is then recognized to ask questions of the sponsor and begins by asking whether the bill has been heard several times before, referencing related local government concerns.
Bridget Walsh Moore — Representative Bridget Walsh Moore was called on to comment and then responded with supportive remarks, noting that she has been hearing the bill for six years.
Dave Hinman — Called the committee to order and was present for the roll call.