April 1, 2026
Santa Fe Times Opinion
Standing firm for private property rights
Standing firm for private property rights
Reforming the juvenile justice system
As we reach the halfway point of the legislative session, we are proud of the progress made so far this year. Several bills have moved through committee, been debated on the Senate floor, and are now advancing to the Missouri House of Representatives.
St. Patrick’s Day plant tips
With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, many people are tempted to purchase the attractive “shamrock plant,” or may receive one as a gift. What is sold as a shamrock is actually a plant from the genus Oxalis, part of the wood sorrel family. Oxalis regnelli, often sold in March, resembles clover with its three triangular-shaped leaflets and delicate white blooms. A purpleleaf plant in the same family, Oxalis triangular, bearing pale pink to white flowers, is also widely available during this season.
Landowner Fairness Act: Standing firm for private property rights
At a time when largescale infrastructure projects and renewable energy development continue to reshape Missouri’s rural landscape, state policy must reflect fairness, transparency, and respect for landowners.
The next generation
This session has nearly reached the halfway point and I continue to present and fight for the interests of the 21st district. However, one of my favorite things to do – and one of the most important – is talk with the members of my district. And no one is more important than the upcoming generation.
The election cycle
The Senate continues its work as bills are debated and voted on in the Senate chamber, and we receive bills from our colleagues in the House of Representatives.