The MoLeg Podcast

"This week on the MoLeg Podcast, Jake and Rachael break down a busy stretch in Jefferson City.
The House passes VLTs and a hemp regulation bill, while lawmakers roll out a proposed A–F grading system for Missouri schools that would heavily weight academic achievement and growth. In the executive branch, Gov. Kehoe meets with fire service leaders, statewide officials make the Lincoln Days rounds, and Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick releases a marijuana program audit — plus sparks conversation with his Chiefs op-ed.
In the courts, a ruling backs the governor’s authority to call a special session, and several judicial vacancies are announced.
Also this week: Boeing moves its defense HQ back to St. Louis, Bayer proposes a $7.25 billion Roundup settlement, gas prices dip again, and the Royals open Cactus League play.”

This week, we file our report, From Jeff City with Love — where transparency battles brew in the Senate, public notice laws stir, and a property tax reform mission advances out of committee. The Executive Branch brings Valentine’s flair (and a fraud warning), while America 250 delivers founding documents fit for a Bond vault. Add livestream showdowns, a weed-bill stalemate, and a Route 66 kickoff concert, and you’ve got a week of intrigue, accountability, and just enough spectacle to keep MI6 — and Missouri — watching.

It’s Groundhog Day at the Capitol. We break down Senate rule changes, resurfacing legislative fights, and leadership shifts—plus fallout from the canceled State of the Judiciary and what the Missouri Constitution actually requires. Executive updates, judicial news, gas prices, political headlines, Royals chatter, breakfast rankings, and a big America 250 spotlight bringing America’s founding documents to Kansas City.
Same Capitol. New week. Very familiar vibes.

The latest episode breaks down recent developments involving the Missouri Supreme Court and its evolving dynamic with the legislature—most notably the ripple effects that led to the cancellation of the State of the Judiciary address. Rachael and Jake also cover committee action on income tax proposals and MSHSAA-related legislation, check in on winter weather and road conditions across the state, and discuss the ongoing conversation around the Kansas City Royals stadium. As always, the episode wraps with some lighter Capitol chatter, including standout burger recommendations in Jefferson City.