Politics

Nixon Criticizes Tax Cut Bill, But Stops Short Of Committing Veto

Chris McDaniel — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:47:35 +0000

Democratic Governor Jay Nixon took part in a groundbreaking ceremony in Chesterfield Monday, where Reinsurance Group of America announced it is bringing 300 new jobs the area.

Republicans in the Missouri General Assembly passed a bill this year that would cut income taxes – aimed at attracting more businesses and competing with nearby states like Kansas.

Nixon will now have to decide whether to sign or veto the bill. But he told reporters afterward that drastic changes like the tax cut are bad for business.

Ill. Legislators Expected To Begin Unveiling Budget Proposals This Week

Illinois Public Radio — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:49:53 +0000

Despite years of cuts to the Illinois state budget, even more are ahead. Legislators are still deciding where else they can slash spending.

"Human services" is a legislative phrase that covers many departments and services, according to Representative Greg Harris.

"All the state departments dealing with health care, senior services, children services, so the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Medicaid, human services, mental health, substance abuse, Department of Aging, DCFS, public health and veterans," said Harris.

Ill. Senate Panel Endorses Ammunition Limit

WBEZ — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:57:34 +0000

Updated 4:25 p.m. with vote results

Parents of two Sandy Hook elementary students killed by a Connecticut gunman last fall testified in favor of limiting high-capacity ammunition magazines in Illinois.

The Illinois Senate's Executive Committee voted 12-3 Monday to advance legislation banning magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.

Politically Speaking: Final Week In The Missouri Legislature, And The IRS Scandal

Chris McDaniel — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:33:48 +0000

Note: Next week, we will be having a live recording of the podcast to wrap-up the legislative session, and to take questions from listeners. If you're interested in attending, you can find more information about the event here.

McCaskill: IRS Officials Should Be Fired For Targeting Conservative Groups

Chris McDaniel — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:27:40 +0000

Last week, the IRS apologized for targeting conservative groups in audits for tax exempt status. In response, Senator Claire McCaskill, a Democrat from Missouri, is calling for high-ranking officials to be fired.