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The Missouri General Assembly has officially concluded the 2026 legislative session. I am proud to report that lawmakers passed a balanced budget, strengthened public safety laws, and approved …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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6/3/26
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As the 2026 legislative session enters its final days, the Missouri General Assembly continues working through major legislation, budget negotiations, and final policy priorities before …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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5/13/26
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As your State Representative, I’m fighting every day to protect our values, defend our freedoms, and deliver results for the people of South-Central Missouri. This session, we took decisive action …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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5/6/26
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This week at the Missouri Capitol, I continued working on legislation focused on strengthening our economy, improving access to healthcare, enhancing public safety, and supporting our local …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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4/22/26
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This week at the Missouri Capitol, we continued making progress on legislation focused on public safety, protecting families, and strengthening our communities.
Governor Mike Kehoe signed three …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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4/15/26
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The Missouri General Assembly has passed several major pieces of legislation and sent them to the Governor’s desk, focusing on public safety, healthcare access, consumer protection, and regulatory …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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4/8/26
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The Missouri House has approved its version of the state operating budget, advancing a fiscally responsible plan that prioritizes core services while maintaining a disciplined approach to spending.
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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4/1/26
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We are at the halfway point of the legislative year with a strong focus on public safety, economic growth, and government accountability. The House has worked diligently to advance meaningful …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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3/25/26
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The Missouri General Assembly has reached the halfway point of the 2026 legislative session. After several weeks of committee hearings, floor debate, and legislative work in Jefferson City.
The …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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3/18/26
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This week at the Missouri State Capitol, the House of Representatives continued advancing legislation focused on government accountability, public safety, education transparency, and economic …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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3/11/26
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This week in Jefferson City, the House advanced significant legislation to strengthen property tax fairness, modernize and simplify long-term vehicle registration, protect student freedoms and …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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3/4/26
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This week at the Capitol, the Missouri House moved forward on important legislation affecting taxpayers, public safety, healthcare policy, and regulatory enforcement. Lawmakers approved measures …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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2/25/26
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With six weeks of the legislative session completed, the Missouri House has passed more than a dozen bills and held hearings on hundreds more. Below is a summary of several important bills passed by …
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2/18/26
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Phelps & Maries County Day at the Capitol saw a tremendous turnout, with residents from across both counties coming together to engage in the legislative process. The strong participation …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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2/11/26
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Royalty Day at the Capitol 2026 will be held on April 14, welcoming fair and festival royalty from South-Central Missouri to the Missouri State Capitol. This special day recognizes young leaders who …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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2/4/26
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House committees continued work this week on legislation spanning health care, public safety, education, elections, and taxation. Below is a summary of key measures considered, along with updates on …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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1/28/26
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The Missouri General Assembly convened this week in Jefferson City for the start of the 2026 Regular Session, marking the second regular session of the 103rd General Assembly. As required by the …
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1/14/26
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Save the date! In 2026, we will celebrate Phelps, Maries, and Texas Counties Day at the Capitol—an opportunity for our communities to learn more about the legislative process and highlight the …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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12/17/25
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Our 5th Annual Capitol Christmas Choir performance will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 10, in the Capitol Rotunda.
During the month of November, I will be meeting with public safety officials …
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By State Rep. Bennie Cook, Missouri's 143rd District
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11/5/25
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