Lee's Summit, won over the vast majority of Republicans and Democrats for the top leadership role in the Missouri House.
Schisms between GOP leadership and more conservative members have been an ongoing storyline in recent legislative history.
The new House speaker outlines his priorities, focusing on foster children, public safety, youth mental health, and ...
Mike Kehoe sits at his desk to sign executive orders shortly after being sworn in as Missouri's 58th governor Monday, Jan. 13 ...
The 103rd Missouri General Assembly convened on Wednesday, marking the start of a new legislative session.Rep. Jon Patterson, ...
State Rep. Justin Sparks’ gamble to prevent state Rep. Jon Patterson from winning the Missouri House speakership failed spectacularly Wednesday, when only 10 members voted to support his longshot bid.
House Speaker Jon Patterson, R-Lee's Summit, speaks to reporters Wednesday after defeating Republican rival Justin Sparks. (Tim Bommel/Missouri House Communications) The Missouri legislature made ...
State Rep. Justin Sparks’ gamble to prevent state Rep. Jon Patterson from winning the Missouri House speakership failed spectacularly Wednesday, when only 10 members voted to support his ...