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Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine orange beginning at sunrise on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, until sunrise on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in recognition of September as Hunger Action Month.
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that he has issued a proclamation to convene the General Assembly for a special session to enact legislation establishing updated congressional districts for the State of Missouri and amending the state’s initiative petition process.
The One Hundred Third General Assembly will convene for the Second Extraordinary Session of the First Regular Session in Jefferson City on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.
Today, in honor of Missouri State Representative Kenneth "Ken" Waller, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the State of Missouri for one full day on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from sunrise to sunset.
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced nine appointments to various boards and commissions.
LeAndra Beauford, of St. Joseph, was appointed to the Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council.
Ms. Beauford is a family navigation manager for Progressive Community Services and a certified family support provider. She previously served as a substitute teacher in the St. Joseph School District. Beauford received a certificate in legal studies from Missouri Western State University.
Today, during a press conference at the Missouri State Capitol, Governor Mike Kehoe announced his appointment of Catherine L. Hanaway as the next Attorney General for the State of Missouri. Hanaway’s appointment will fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Attorney General Andrew Bailey as the Co-Deputy Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced four appointments to the Child Abuse Neglect and Review Board.
Nicole Barrett, of Stockton, was appointed to the Child Abuse and Neglect Review Board.
Ms. Barrett is the chief juvenile officer for the 28th Judicial Circuit and owner of Barrett Law, LLC. Prior to opening her law firm, she worked as the managing attorney at Springfield Law Group, LLC. Barrett earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri School of Law and holds a certificate in dispute resolution.
