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JANUARY 22, 2012, JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The week started with the formalities of inauguration. The inaugural parade kicked off the day and we were able to watch it from our new office. The Senate went into session briefly at 10 am and then went to watch the swearing in of statewide officials. The State [...]
JEFFERSON CITY —State Sen. Will Kraus, R-Lee’s Summit, recently filed four bills for the upcoming session related to transportation and automobiles. Senate Bill 102 will add catalytic convertors to language in previously passed legislation that tracks the sale of potentially stolen property. The bill will require junk dealers to obtain identification from those selling used [...]
DECEMBER 21, 2012 – As we approach Christmas Day, we are all busy with personal and business tasks. Decorations to put up, presents to buy, and schedules to arrange all make Christmas a time when motion, rather than emotion, takes center stage. Even our legislative lives are hectic, as we physically move Capitol offices, prepare [...]
Jefferson City – The Senate Blue Ribbon Panel on Immigration, vice-chaired by Sen. Will Kraus, R-Lee’s Summit, will hold its second meeting to hear public testimony in Kansas City on Friday, Nov. 30, to study the topic of immigration in Missouri. The panel is chaired by Sen. John Lamping, R-Ladue. Senator Kraus and committee member [...]
Millions of Missouri families will celebrate Thanksgiving by gathering together, sharing love and laughter, telling stories and rehashing memories. As we sit down to eat, we will say a prayer of thanks to Almighty God for all He has given us. On Thanksgiving Day, our prayers may be longer than usual. We are truly blessed [...]
Sunday was the official celebration of Veterans Day and many employers, including the State of Missouri, will extend that celebration by observing the holiday on Monday, Nov. 12, closing offices and allowing employees time to honor those who have served their country. First instituted as Armistice Day by President Woodrow Wilson for Nov. 11, 1919, [...]
From Missouri State Senator Will Kraus, October 29, 2012: In addition to your vote for president, governor, and other statewide and local races this Nov. 6, you will be asked to vote on four statewide ballot measures. Two (Constitutional Amendment 3 and Proposition E) were initiated in the legislature. Two (Propositions A & B) were [...]
JEFFERSON CITY, OCTOBER 11, 2012 – During the interim, when we are not in session in Jefferson City, my staff and I get a chance to focus our attention on issues within the district and prepare for the next legislative session. I thought it would be helpful for you to know the kinds of services [...]
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Will Kraus, R-Lee’s Summit, recently received recognition from two groups dedicated to conservative and constitutional representation. On Sept. 11, Sen. Kraus accepted an award from the American Conservative Union Foundation. Sen. Kraus was one of several members of the Missouri Senate to accept the award which is given in acknowledgment [...]
LEE’S SUMMIT, AUGUST 22, 2012 – First, I want to welcome all the teachers and students back to school. I hope everyone had a great summer and enjoyed their time off. Second, I would like for everyone to know what great schools we have in eastern Jackson County. Last week, the Department of Elementary and [...]