Dexter, Missouri - Congressman Jason Smith's mobile office will be in Dexter on Thursday, February 16th. The office, staffed by a member of the Congressman's district staff allows area residents a chance to discuss their problems and concerns which are then relayed directly to the Congressman for action.
WHO: Representative Jason Smith’s Staff
WHAT: Mobile Office in Stoddard County
WHEN: Thursday, February 16, 2017
1:00pm to 2:00pm
WHERE: City of Dexter Municipal Building
119 Vine St
Dexter, MO 63841
Dexter, Missouri - Congressman Jason Smith's mobile office will be in Dexter on Thursday, February 16th. The office, staffed by a member of the Congressman's district staff allows area residents a chance to discuss their problems and concerns which are then relayed directly to the Congressman for action.
WHO: Representative Jason Smith’s Staff
WHAT: Mobile Office in Stoddard County
WHEN: Thursday, February 16, 2017
1:00pm to 2:00pm
WHERE: The Dexter Senior Center
23 West Stoddard Street
Dexter, MO 63841
Jefferson City, Missouri - Senate President Pro Tem Ron Richard, R-Joplin, announced Sen. Doug Libla, R-Poplar Bluff, will serve as Chairman of the Senate Small Business and Industry Committee during the 99th General Assembly.
“It is an honor to have been named Chairman of the Small Business and Industry Committee,” Sen. Libla said. “I look forward to working with committee members to ensure the passage of meaningful legislation. Remember, if there is a bill that you are passionate about, the best way to make a difference is by visiting your State Capitol and testifying at the committee hearing.”
The committee shall consider and report upon bills and matters referred to it relating to the ownership and operation of small businesses. The committee shall also debate, study, and hear public testimony on legislation relating to labor management, fair employment standards, worker’s compensation and employment security within the state and shall examine legislation relating to industrial development.
Several key issues are expected to be brought before the committee, such as workforce and economic development, tort reform, and unemployment insurance. “I recognize the importance of these issues to every Missourian,” Sen. Libla said. “Missouri faces a number of economic challenges, with job creation and retention being at the top of the list. We need high-quality and high-paying jobs that empower workers to have a positive impact on the communities where they live, both economically and as leaders contributing to the overall quality of life.”
Senator Libla was re-elected to a second term in the Missouri Senate last November. He proudly serves the counties of Butler, Carter, Dunklin, Mississippi, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Shannon and Stoddard. In addition to his new duties as chair of the Small Business and Industry Committee, Sen. Libla will serve as vice-chairman of the General Laws Committee.
To view a full list of Sen. Libla’s committee assignments and sponsored legislation, visit his official Senate website at www.senate.mo.gov/libla.
U.S. Rep Smith Authors Bill Defunding Sanctuary Cities
Smith bill would force sanctuary cities to comply with federal law by blocking federal transportation dollars
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) filed H.R.824, the No Transportation Funds for Sanctuary Cities Act, to block Federal Highway Trust fund dollars from being awarded to states and local governments if they fail to obey federal immigration laws and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requests.
Before Congressman Smith introduced the bill, he said, “Over 300 cities and counties employ policies to stonewall the federal government and prevent the Department of Homeland Security from effectively enforcing our immigration laws. We are a nation of law and order, and cities that actively work against the law of the land should face consequences. That’s why I introduced the No Transportation Funds for Sanctuary Cities Act to cut off the spigot of federal funds to cities and counties that fail to work with us to Make America Safe.”
As President Trump and Congress begin work on policies to enable new and robust investments into our nation’s roads, rails, tunnels, waterways and airports it is important that municipalities across the country know that unless they observe and follow U.S. immigration laws and policies, they will no longer be eligible for federal infrastructure investments in their communities. Smith’s goal is to codify the prohibition of taxpayer funds released to sanctuary cities in order to secure our borders and make local communities safer.
Smith noted after he filed the bill, “When cities fail to adhere with Federal law enforcement requests our citizens are put in danger. The American people spoke in November and support President Trump’s no-nonsense plan to enforce existing laws to protect our citizens. Because states, counties, and cities have failed to comply with Federal law, we have to use Congressional power of the purse to require these cities to abide by Federal immigration laws. If cities fail to comply with DHS requests, they shouldn’t receive Highway Trust Fund dollars or any highway grants, period.”
Note: Highway Trust Fund dollars have been successfully used three times in the past to encourage states to comply with Federal Standards. Most notably, Louisiana complied with the Federal requirement to lift their drinking age to 21 years-old after the Federal government pulled part of their Highway Trust Fund dollars for failure to comply.
Policy Development Caucus Chairman Jeff Messenger
Selects Rep. Tila Hubrecht to Serve on Subcommittee on Government Oversight
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Rep. Tila Hubrecht will play a vital role in ensuring accountability and transparency for federal funds coming into Missouri. Hubrecht was selected by Policy Development Caucus Chairman Jeff Messenger to serve as a member of the Subcommittee on Government Oversight – Mental Health and Social Services.
As part of her duties, Rep. Hubrecht will work with the other members of the subcommittee to closely examine and oversee the federal funds and how they are utilized by the Departments of Mental Health, and Health and Social Services. Messenger said he expects Hubrecht to play an important role in providing an additional level of oversight that taxpayers need and deserve.
“The Missouri House is committed to eliminating waste, fraud and abuse in government. Researching how federal funds come into our state and how they are expended is necessary to diminishing these problems. Rep. Hubrecht has the qualities, commitment and experience to successfully research, communicate and monitor what is happening with these monies,” said Messenger, R-Republic.
The Policy Development Caucus was formed by House Speaker Todd Richardson last year to develop and fine tune the policy goals of the Missouri House Republican Caucus. Messenger, who was selected by his colleagues to serve as chairman, said it’s also important for the caucus to closely monitor the use of federal funds in order ensure they are utilized properly and efficiently.
“I want to thank Chairman Messenger for appointing me to the subcommittee and for giving me an opportunity to help protect the interests of Missouri taxpayers,” said Hubrecht, R-Dexter.
