Today, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 11th and 24th Judicial Circuits.
The Honorable Erin S. Burlison, of Weldon Spring, was appointed as Circuit Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit.
From August 10-13, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to the Republic of Panama for an international Trade Mission. Panama is a key trade partner for Missouri, with $37 million in exports in 2023.
Today, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 13th, 19th, 22nd, and 27th Judicial Circuits.
Benjamin J. Miller, of Holts Summit, was appointed as Circuit Judge for the 13th Judicial Circuit.
Mr. Miller serves as the Callaway County Prosecuting Attorney. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from Palm Beach Atlantic University and a Juris Doctor from Regent University. He will fill the newly-created position in the circuit.
For the month of July 2024, Governor Mike Parson granted three pardons pursuant to Article IV, Section 7 of the Constitution of the State of Missouri. Official documents have been filed with the appropriate government agencies and have been sent to the individuals.
Today, during a press conference at the State Capitol, Governor Parson announced that he has issued Executive Order 24-10, which prohibits the sale of foods containing psychoactive cannabis compounds in the State of Missouri, unless originating from an "approved source." The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) will take steps to embargo and condemn these products. The order also prohibits psychoactive cannabis products from being sold at retail establishments holding a liquor license.
Today, during the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's annual State of the State, Governor Mike Parson announced that Missouri's robust economy and continued revenue strength has triggered an additional income tax cut under Senate Bills (SB) 3 & 5, approved by Governor Parson in 2022. This income tax cut lowers Missouri's top income tax rate to 4.7 percent and marks a more than 20 percent decrease in Missourians' income tax burdens during the Parson Administration.
Today, Governor Mike Parson announced that the federal government has approved his request for a major disaster declaration in response to multiple severe weather systems that generated tornadoes, high winds, and flooding across southern Missouri from May 19-27.
From July 22 - 26, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to the United Kingdom and Belgium for an international Trade Mission. The U.K. and Belgium are top sources of foreign direct investment and key trade partners for Missouri, with more than $307 million and $330 million in exports in 2023, respectively.
Today, Governor Mike Parson ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be lowered to half-staff at all government buildings in Jefferson County, the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City, and firehouses statewide on Thursday, July 18, from sunrise to sunset in honor of Affton Fire Protection District Captain James Cova.