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Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-Mo.) introduced the bipartisan Veterans’ Preference Parity Act which would update antiquated federal hiring preference statutes that currently restrict many service members from qualifying for veterans’ preference points when competing for federal positions. Existing guidelines are particularly unfair to Reserve and National Guard members and do not accurately reflect the manner in

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-Mo.) applauded today’s signing of the Secure Equipment Act into law. This bipartisan legislation, led by House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from reviewing or issuing new equipment licenses to companies on the FCC’s “Covered Equipment or Services List” that pose

As temperatures drop, Better Business Bureau (BBB) urges consumers to make sure their homes and vehicles are ready for winter. “The last thing anyone wants is to be left out in the cold when winter hits,” said Stephanie Garland, BBB Springfield regional director. “By doing a few simple things, you can keep your family safe

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-Mo.) introduced multiple pieces of legislation designed to eliminate the draft registration requirement for Americans. These pieces of legislation, the Stop Military Selective Service Registration Actand End the Draft Act, would both end mandatory registration for the draft by repealing the Military Selective Service Act. The Stop Military Selective Service Registration Act

Throughout November, Americans honor military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. Better Business Bureau is advising consumers to be careful when donating to charities that emphasize heartbreaking stories of disabled veterans. There are many well-run, legitimate charities who do help veterans, but there are others that fail to live up to their

The holidays are all about celebrating what’s good, but that doesn’t mean scammers are taking a vacation. Better Business Bureau (BBB) takes this early opportunity to remind consumers that con artists see busy, over-burdened shoppers as likely targets for their schemes. Some common scams during the holidays include: Online shopping scams: Everyone wants to get

When the temperature drops, the last thing anyone wants is for the furnace to stop working. But when it does, you need a reliable contractor – and fast. Good heating contractors are in high demand during the colder months, so you shouldn’t be surprised if you can’t get it fixed immediately. Rather than get overheated,

Dr. Robin Trotman, D.O., infectious diseases specialist with CoxHealth, has been named the 2021 Humanitarian for working beyond his role at CoxHealth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to support state and federal response efforts. Trotman served the State of Missouri by advising leaders on strategies to keep the public safe. He also helped prepare the “Great

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-MO.), alongside Rep. Kathy Manning (D-NC) and Sens. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), introduced legislation to improve mental health resources in schools. Local school wellness policies guide a school district’s efforts to create a supportive school nutrition and physical activity environment. The Improving Mental Health and Wellness in Schools Act

The lamprey uses its many rows of teeth to attach itself to fish and consume the fluids of its host — kinda like an aquatic vampire Learn more about Missouri’s creepy critters during our Oct. 27 Wild Webcast. https://short.mdc.mo.gov/ZFY.