Governor Mike Kehoe

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 13, 2025

Governor Kehoe, House and Senate Republicans Highlight Early Legislative Session Accomplishments

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, in a press conference at the Missouri State Capitol, Governor Mike Kehoe joined Republican Legislative Leadership in highlighting the work accomplished by the General Assembly in the first weeks of legislative session. 

"I told the members of the legislature during my first State of the State Address that I want to work with them—not against them—because I believe we can only secure Missouri’s future if we work together," said Governor Mike Kehoe. "Missouri Republicans are united and taking action, and I am proud of the collaborative efforts of the General Assembly to pass meaningful legislation and deliver real results for Missourians."  

Governor Kehoe also praised Republicans for prioritizing public safety at the start of this session by passing Representative Christ's House Bill 495, which  gives law enforcement the tools they need to crack down crime and illegal immigration and enacts citizen board to oversee the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. 

"From day one, the Missouri Senate Republican Caucus has been united in our mission to pass conservative, common-sense policies that make Missouri stronger," said Senator Cindy O'Laughlin, Missouri Senate President Pro Tem. "We’ve already accomplished a great deal this session, and with strong leadership from Governor Kehoe and a united Republican majority, we will continue to work on policies that protect our communities, support families, and grow our economy."

During the press conference, Senator O'Laughlin, Senator Luetkemeyer, and Speaker Patterson highlighted the actions taken by the House and Senate during the first half of legislative session, many of which received bipartisan support. 

“At the start of session, House Republicans committed to working together to make life safer, better, and more affordable for Missouri families,” Speaker Jon Patterson said. “More than 50 bills have passed out of the House, including legislation to improve public safety, protect children in foster care, increase access to child care, expand school choice, support expectant mothers, strengthen religious freedoms, cut income taxes, provide property tax relief, and improve government transparency. We are proud of the work accomplished thus far, and we will continue to work together with Governor Kehoe and our Senate colleagues to improve the lives of Missourians across our great state.”

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