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With the right to same-sex marriage now protected by federal statute, a Jackson County Republican lawmaker believes it is time for Missouri to retire a portion of the state constitution that says the only valid marriages are "between a man and a woman."
With the new federal protections for same-sex marriage, a Jackson County Republican says it is time for Missouri to do the same.
Rep. Chris Sander of Lone Jack has introduced a proposed constitutional amendment to say valid marriages are between “two individuals" rather than "between a man and a woman.” Missouri's current language, adopted in 2004, no longer has any legal authority but will remain on the books until changed.
(The Center Square) – During the first three days to file bills for Missouri's 2023 legislative session, approximately 10% deal with taxation in some form.
The 2022 Missouri General Assembly adjourned its regular session on Friday, May 13. Per the state’s Constitution, the session will officially adjourn sine die on May 30. At that point,