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 »
Justice delayed is justice denied. For far too long, justice has been denied to Kevin Strickland as he remained locked behind bars for a crime he did not commit. But today, the freedom denied to Kevin Strickland for more than four decades has finally been granted. Let me be clear – I am against blocking birth …
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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 …
The St. Louis American reported on May 20, 2021 Last December, Sen. Williams told The St. Louis American he was headed into the legislative session with one thing in mind: passing police reform bill by opening the dialogue with Republicans by sharing his and other people of color’s experiences. Last week, Williams was able to …
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My top priority this year was passing comprehensive police reform legislation. Over the past year, I have traveled all over the state to raise awareness of the issue of police brutality and advocate for police reform. That is why I filed Senate Bill 60. This legislation focused on three commonsense reforms: BanningChokeholds Prohibiting law enforcement …
The Missouri Times reported on May 13, 2021 SBs 53 & 60 were truly a labor of love for Sens. Tony Luetkemeyer and Brian Williams, who were able to get their large bipartisan criminal justice and police reform package across the finish line just in time before end of session. The bills ban chokeholds, broadened …
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Excerpt from Missouri Senate Press Conference on March 26, 2021
St. Louis Post Dispatch reported on February 13, 2021 The Senate General Laws Committee heard legislation by Sen. Bob Onder on Tuesday, that would allow guns on trains and buses amid continued security concerns regarding the region’s mass transit systems. This hearing followed the fatal shooting of security guard James Cook at the Delmar MetroLink station …
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KSDK News Channel 5 reported in Jefferson City, MO on January 20,2021 News 5 reported on the extra Missouri State Highway Patrol troopers and state park rangers at the Capitol. After the violent breach of Capitol security in Washington, the FBI warned all 50 state capitals of potential armed protests leading up to and on January 20. …
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The Missouri Times reported from Jefferson City, MO on January 25,2021 The sweeping police reform bill sponsored by Sen. Brian Williams seeks to increase accountability among officers and departments across the state. SB60 includes commonsense reforms like banning chokeholds and classifying an officer engaging in sexual misconduct with a detainee as a Class E felony. …
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