Don’t Throw It Out—Fix It
Missouri currently has a very weak system of accountability for public school districts. Every spring, students take assessments under the...
Harsh Budgeting Truths
Just how broken is Missouri’s budget? Last week, Missouri’s House of Representatives finished work on its nearly $51 billion version...
Our Thoughts on SB 727
The large 167-page education bill, Senate Bill (SB) 727, has been making quick progress through the state legislature and is...
How Will the Four-day School Week Progress in Light of SB 727?
The enormous 167-page education bill, Senate Bill (SB) 727, recently passed out of the Missouri Senate and is heading to...
The Missouri Senate Moves on Education Choice
After much negotiation, the Missouri Senate has advanced a bill that would expand school choice (somewhat) for some Missouri families....
Temporary Licenses for Out-of-state Workers
Recently, the Missouri Senate held a hearing on Senate Bill (SB) 817, which would modify some occupational licensing requirements in...
As Legislature Returns, Whose Priorities Will Take Priority?
Happy New Year! After a lackluster 2023 legislative session, hope springs eternal for 2024 as the Missouri Legislature returns to...
Parents’ Bill of Rights Legislation Clears Senate
In a significant first step to becoming law, the Missouri Senate passed Senate Bill (SB) 4 on Tuesday. The bill...
The Missouri House Has Taken a Stand for Parents
It’s past time the Missouri Senate steps up to the plate and delivers for Missouri Parents. The House has done...
Missouri Has A Productive Legislative Session, With More to Come
As the clock ticked down in the last week of Missouri’s regular legislative session, there was growing concern about what...
Who Will Speak For the Family Businesses They Shut Down?
Late last night and into the wee hours of today, the Missouri Senate debated a bill that sought to rein...
New Gas Tax Bills Highlight Missouri’s Transportation Needs
Missouri’s roads are getting some attention from the legislature. Two nearly identical bills that would increase Missouri’s fuel tax by...
Now in the Senate, Local Transparency Initiative Moves Closer to Becoming Law
The ability of government to tax you—to take your money through force—comes with an obligation of stewardship and openness, and...
A Little Less Conversation, A Little More Action
A little less conversation, a little more action All this aggravation ain’t satisfactionin’ me A little more bite and a...
Is General Motors Going to Get a Tax Cut Instead of Missouri Taxpayers?
We’re in the twilight of the legislative session here in Missouri, and as tends to happen, it looks like there’s...
It’s a Head-Scratcher
I just don’t get it. A recent article in The 74 describes how the vibrant charter school sector and strong...
Low-Income Housing Tax Credits Are Being Reformed? Not So Fast
Last week, the Missouri Senate gave preliminary approval to a plan that supposedly “reforms” the state’s low-income housing tax credit...
When Students Aren’t Proficient Readers, Education Savings Accounts Can Help
For students just beginning elementary school, starting off on the wrong foot can have big consequences. Unfortunately, many Missouri students...
Government Union Reform Passes the Legislature
Meaningful labor-reform legislation is on its way to the Governor’s desk. Last night the Missouri Senate passed an amended version...
Missouri Poised to Raise the Age
Today, the Missouri Senate passed Senate Bill 793, which the House passed earlier this week. With the Governor’s signature, the...
