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Missouri Lawmakers Sue Over $1 Billion Subsidy for Chiefs and Royals, Claiming Unconstitutionality

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A lawsuit filed by two Republican state lawmakers is challenging a newly enacted law that aims to allocate over $1 billion in state subsidies over the next three decades to retain the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. State Senator Michael Moon, representing Ash Grove, and State Rep. Bryant Wolfin of Saint Genevieve, have teamed up with Maries County resident Ron Calzone to contest the legislation, which Governor Mike Kehoe recently signed into effect. The suit was filed in Cole County on Thursday, raising questions about the legality of the … Read more

Missouri Lawmakers Aim for Fairness in Property Tax Assessments Amid Rising Discrepancies

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LEBANON, Mo. — Missouri lawmakers are working to amend inconsistencies in the state’s property tax system, aiming to create a more equitable landscape for property owners. “It’s a chaotic situation,” said Representative Jim Murphy, emphasizing the disarray regarding property tax rates across the state. On Wednesday, lawmakers from over 20 districts gathered in Lebanon to discuss the ongoing challenges with property taxation. Murphy highlighted the stark discrepancies in tax assessments, noting that some residents experience tax increases of up to 40 percent, while others see far less, sometimes as low as 4 percent. “While the … Read more

Unveiling ‘Blank Bills’: Are Lawmakers Concealing Controversial Legislation from Public View?

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City, State – The rising trend of so-called “blank bills” in legislative sessions has raised concerns about transparency and accountability in the lawmaking process. These bills, which often come without specific details, are seen by critics as a way to stealthily push through laws without sufficient public scrutiny. Blank bills allow lawmakers to introduce legislation that can later be filled with more specific language, sometimes at the last minute. This practice can lead to significant implications for the public, as constituents may not be fully aware of what is being voted on until it is … Read more

Federal Indictment Unveiled for Man Accused of Attempted Assassinations on Minnesota Lawmakers

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Green Isle, Minnesota — A six-count grand jury indictment was unsealed on Tuesday against Vance Boelter, the man charged with shooting two state lawmakers in Minnesota along with their spouses. The 57-year-old faces serious federal charges, including two counts of capital murder in connection with the deaths of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. Additionally, he is charged with four counts related to stalking and gun offenses involving the Hortmans and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. The indictment now also includes an attempted shooting involving the Hoffmans’ daughter, Hope. The … Read more