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Tuesday, April 16, 2013  The House legislation passed 150-0 and now will be considered by the Senate.

Saturday, April 13, 2013  The Missouri Senate has passed a bill that would allow nursing mothers to be excused from jury duty.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  The sequster could cut vital programs for Heartland residents.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  Missouri Rep. Mike Leara said that he introduced legislation as a matter of principle in defense of gun rights.

Monday, February 18, 2013  Lawmakers say the influx of ideas comes because there is a new willingness to discuss major challenges facing Missouri.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  Teacher evaluations, accountability and tenure could be on the docket when Republicans take control of the Missouri Legislature.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  A Missouri Democratic lawmaker is trying to stop "black Friday" shopping from ruining the Thanksgiving dinners of workers.

Thursday, September 13, 2012  Missouri House Republicans have decided against trying to override Democratic Governor Jay Nixon's veto of legislation on vehicle sales taxes.

Tuesday, April 03, 2012  Wyatt announced that he will not seek another term.

Monday, April 02, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Thursday, February 02, 2012  Regional Round-Up is the place to click for interesting news and lifestyle stories across the area.

Friday, January 27, 2012  State Representative Zach Wyatt released a statement on Friday.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012  Judge Russell E. Steele who presides over Adair, Knox and Lewis counties came under fire on Tuesday.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012  House resolution invokes Articles of Impeachment against Circuit Judge Russell E. Steele.