It seems surreal I was sworn in over four years ago to represent our community in the Missouri Senate. I remember that day vividly, and the gravity and historical significance of being the first Black male senator to be elected since 1998 still keeps me grounded and focused. I also never lose sight that I …
2022 Legislative Review: $96M+ for St. Louis County Projects Read More »
What is the current status of Medicaid Expansion and implementation? And how can concerned citizens and organizations support timely implementation? Join the discussion and register for this virtual event on October 26. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2021Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Virtual Zoom Meeting Event Sponsors: Event Panelists:
On October 18, we held a virtual event to help spread awareness of domestic and sexual violence. You can help by learning more, spreading awareness and sharing resources. Progress & Statistics: For far too long, this crime was ignored as a “private matter” within families. Survivors of these horrific acts were left with little or …
Last week, the governor called the Missouri General Assembly back to Jefferson City for an extraordinary legislative session to address the reauthorization of Missouri’s Federal Reimbursement Allowance (FRA). The FRA ensures our state continues to receive billions in federal matching funds for Missouri’s Medicaid program. An FRA bill was not passed during the regular session …
Special Session: Fighting for Women’s Health & Medicaid Read More »
Excerpt from the Floor Debate on Medicaid Expansion held in the Missouri Senate on Wednesday 4/28/21. “The video above shows a small portion of the debate on funding Medicaid expansion. I cannot understand why my colleagues would disregard the votes of the people and do what they think is politically advantageous for their party. My …
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