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Governor Kehoe Announces Partnership with CMS to Strengthen Medicaid Integrity
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that the State of Missouri has officially notified the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of its intent to launch an accelerated, off-cycle revalidation of high-risk Medicaid providers.
Governor Kehoe Announces Appointments to Missouri Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force
Established by Executive Order 26-04, Missouri's Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force is charged with evaluating and guiding the state’s strategic approach to nuclear energy development.
Governor Kehoe Orders Capitol Dome Lighted Blue in Honor of Fallen Law Enforcement Officers
Orders Missouri State Capitol dome lighted blue for annual ceremonies held at the Missouri State Capitol honoring fallen Missouri law enforcement officers

About the Governor

Governor Mike Kehoe speaking at the podium during his Inauguration

Mike Kehoe 58th Governor of Missouri

Mike Kehoe was sworn in as Missouri’s 58th Governor on January 13, 2025. Guided by a lifelong dedication to public service and a commitment to Missouri families, Governor Kehoe has made public safety, education, economic development, and agriculture the cornerstones of his administration.

Raised as the youngest of six children by a single mother who worked tirelessly to support her family, Governor Kehoe learned the value of hard work and resilience at an early age. Starting his career washing cars at 15, he advanced through the automotive industry to become one of the youngest Ford dealers in the nation.

The Governor’s entrepreneurial success and leadership skills in his early career naturally drew him to public service, where he could use his experience to improve the lives of Missouri families and strengthen the state’s economy.

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