We welcome Sandra Richason as our new Executive Director, replacing the retiring Executive Director Jean Dugan. Sandra also serves as Executive Director of the Missouri League.
The severe loss of trees during the May 16th tornado did long-term damage to our region due to the “urban heat island effect.” Our Environmental Quality and Climate Change Committee explains.
The Missouri General Assembly passed HJR 73 on May 14 to have the abortion ban go back to the voters. They say voters didn't understand Amendment 3 but the proposed ballot summary doesn’t mention banning elective abortions.
In 2024 the League supported Prop A for healthy families and it was supported by 57 percent of voters in November. The proposition included mandatory sick leave and an increase in the minimum wage.
