| Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Missouri Newsletter for Friday November 07, 2025 ( 21 items ) |
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BCLP Recognized in the 16th Edition of the Best Law Firms in America 2026 Guide
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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BCLP Recognized in the 16th Edition of the Best Law Firms in America 2026 Guide
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BCLP has been recognized in the 16 th Edition of the Best Law Firms in America 2026 Guide, achieving 172 rankings across National and Metropolitan categories. This includes 20 Tier 1 rankings and 81 Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings.
The firm was newly ranked in four National practice a
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BJL13 Enterprise Solutions Opposes Expansion of Biometric Data Collection by DHS
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- BJL13 Enterprise Solutions LLC, Harrisonville, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing opposition to a proposed rule that would significantly expand biometric data collection practices. The organization asserts that the proposal breaches established constitutional protections and raises serious concerns regarding privacy rights.
According to BJL13, the proposed rule would extend intrusive data collection
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Bridge Program Graduates and UMSL Freshmen Kauthar Hammad, Taylor Moore and Marlo Shivers Honored as Suggs Scholars
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 7 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus issued the following news:
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Bridge Program graduates and UMSL freshmen Kauthar Hammad, Taylor Moore and Marlo Shivers honored as Suggs Scholars
Hammad is major in criminology and criminal justice, Moore in international business and Shivers in civil engineering.
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Three University of Missouri-St. Louis students were recognized as Donald Suggs Scholars at The St. Louis American Foundation's 38th annual Salute to
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CAIR, Partners Obtain Federal Court Ruling Allowing Mizzou Students for Justice in Palestine Suit Against U. of Missouri to Move Forward
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release:
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CAIR, Partners Obtain Federal Court Ruling Allowing Mizzou Students for Justice in Palestine Suit Against U. of Missouri to Move Forward
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The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), Baldwin and Vernon, LLC, and the First Amendment Clinic at Washington University in St. Louis welcome a federal court's decision advancing a civil rights complaint filed by the
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Emerson's New Tank Monitoring Hub Optimizes Inventory Management and Operational Efficiency
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Emerson, a technology, software and engineering company that says it provides solutions for customers in industrial, commercial and residential markets, issued the following news release:
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Emerson's New Tank Monitoring Hub Optimizes Inventory Management and Operational Efficiency
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Rosemount 2405 provides real-time inventory insights with integrated features to simplify use, free up data and reduce costs
GOTHENBURG, Sweden (No
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Grand View Steady at No. 1 in First Regular-Season Rating
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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Grand View Steady at No. 1 in First Regular-Season Rating
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Grand View (Iowa) men's wrestling maintained its hold on the top spot in the first regular-season edition of the NAIA Men's Wrestling rating, backed by 241 points and four individual wrestlers ranked No. 1. Southeastern (Fla.) climbed one position to No. 2, while Indian
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Missouri Chamber raises concerns over proposed sales tax rule on credit card fees
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: Business] -- The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry posted the following news:
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Missouri Chamber raises concerns over proposed sales tax rule on credit card fees
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November 6, 2025 Less than a minute read
The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry is urging the Missouri Department of Revenue to reconsider a proposed rule change that would expand sales tax collection to include credit card processing fees charged to customers.
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Missouri veterans may qualify for up to $600 in energy bill support
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Ameren, a provider of electric power services, posted the following news release:
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Missouri veterans may qualify for up to $600 in energy bill support
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$90,000 remains available through Ameren Missouri's Veterans Fund ahead of Veterans Day
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 6, 2025) - Ameren Missouri announced today an additional $25,000 contribution to its Veterans Fund in partnership with the United Way. Eligible customers, including active-duty m
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OU Biochemists Lead Global Hunt for New Antibiotics
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Nov. 6 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news:
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OU Biochemists Lead Global Hunt for New Antibiotics
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NORMAN, Okla. - - Lethal lettuce in Missouri. Murderous onions in Colorado. To biochemists at the University of Oklahoma, these aren't just headlines - they're warnings of the risks posed by drug-resistant bacteria and the human cost of inaction.
"Treatment of chronic conditions and many surgeries requires antibiotics," said Helen Zgurskaya, George L
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PNNL: U.S. Department of Energy Report Reviews Phosphate Glass Structure for Nuclear Waste Immobilization
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- A report prepared for the U.S. Department of Energy, titled 'Bonding Environments and Radiation Stabilities of Phosphate Glasses,' offers an overview of phosphate glass structure, properties, and radiation tolerance, particularly for nuclear waste applications. The document, PNNL-35754, was issued on March 19, 2024, by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory authors J. Marcial, S. Chong, and B.J. Riley, alongside collaborators R.K. Brow of Missouri University of Sci
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Polsinelli Promotes 35 Attorneys to Shareholder Nationwide
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 7 -- Polsinelli, a law firm, issued the following news on Nov. 6, 2025:
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Polsinelli Promotes 35 Attorneys to Shareholder Nationwide
Polsinelli is pleased to announce the election of 35 new shareholders, effective November 1, 2025. As one of the largest classes of new shareholders in recent years, the group spans 14 offices and each of the firm's core practice departments.
"Congratulations to our new shareholders on a well-earned milestone," said Polsinelli Ch
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Puanani Norwood Recognized as Outstanding Alumni
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Puanani Norwood Recognized as Outstanding Alumni
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BCLP Partner Puanani Norwood has been recognized by the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) as a 2026 Alumni Award recipient.
Each year, UMKC recognizes a select group of alumni for their inspirational accomplishments. This year, a total of 15 alumni and one family were recognized for the awards. Puanani w
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Running Eagles Hold No. 1 with the Vikings Right Behind as Three New Teams Join the Top 20
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 6 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release:
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The Running Eagles Hold No. 1 with the Vikings Right Behind as Three New Teams Join the Top 20
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Kansas City (Mo.) - The first regular-season NAIA Women's Wrestling Coaches' Top 20 ratings are here, and the Running Eagles and Vikings hold strong at No. 1 and No. 2 in the nation. William Penn (Iowa) jumps two spots to No. 3, while the Warriors of I
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Senator Schmitt Defends Trump Administration's American Realism Foreign Policy Approach in Senate Armed Services Committee
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Senator Schmitt Defends Trump Administration's American Realism Foreign Policy Approach in Senate Armed Services Committee
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Schmitt Allows Nominee for Deputy Under Secretary of War for Policy to Address Claims Pertaining to DOW's Policy Office
WASHINGTON Today, during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) reiterated his strong support for the Office of the Un
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Senator Schmitt on the Schumer Shutdown, President Trump's America First Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Senator Schmitt on the Schumer Shutdown, President Trump's America First Foreign Policy
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WASHINGTON Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) joined Fox Business' Varney & Co. to discuss the consequences of the Schumer Shutdown now the longest in American history and to tout President Trump's America First foreign policy agenda.
Watch the full interview HERE
Senator Schmitt on the Consequences of
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Smith Lauds IRS Decision to Halt Democrats' Failed, Unlawful Direct File Program
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 (TNSrpt) -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release:
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Smith Lauds IRS Decision to Halt Democrats' Failed, Unlawful Direct File Program
Decision Restores Focus to Improving, Expanding Proven and Existing Free Tax Filing Programs
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Years after Democrats unlawfully expanded IRS authority and cooked the books to create Direct File, a forced government-run tax filing scheme, the Trump Administration w
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Stacey Abrams-Founded Organization Dissolves Following Ways and Means Committee Scrutiny
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release:
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Stacey Abrams-Founded Organization Dissolves Following Ways and Means Committee Scrutiny
Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) released the following statement after the New Georgia Project, the Stacey Abrams-founded 501(c)(3) non-profit, announced the organization would cease operations and shutdown. This decision comes amid scrutiny fro
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Trump Administration Lowering Prices and Increasing Access of Obesity Medications Consistent With Ways & Means Committee Action to Improve Seniors' Health Care, Address Long-Term Care Costs, Help Americans Live Healthier Lives
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release:
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Trump Administration Lowering Prices and Increasing Access of Obesity Medications Consistent with Ways & Means Committee Action to Improve Seniors' Health Care, Address Long-Term Care Costs, Help Americans Live Healthier Lives
Americans will have more affordable access to anti-obesity medications (AOMs) under the Trump Administration's new plan following
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University of Missouri Report Issues Fall 2025 Farm Income Outlook for Nebraska
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The University of Missouri Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center, Columbia, issued a report providing an outlook on farm incomes in Nebraska for the coming year, analyzing key economic drivers, price trends, and production costs influencing agricultural profitability. The report offers insights into market conditions for crops and livestock, helping producers plan for financial stability amid a dynamic agricultural sector.
The report outlines that Nebrask
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Washington University in St. Louis: Lang Named Barbara J. Norton Professor of Physical Therapy
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 7 -- Washington University in St. Louis issued the following news:
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Lang named Barbara J. Norton Professor of Physical Therapy
Innovative researcher has pioneered wearable sensors to track, enhance stroke recovery
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Catherine E. Lang, a leading researcher in the field of stroke recovery and rehabilitation in the WashU Medicine Program in Physical Therapy, has been installed as the inaugural Barbara J. Norton Professor of Physical Therapy. This is the program's
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WashU Career Communities Help Students Find Their Future
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 7 -- Washington University in St. Louis issued the following news:
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WashU career communities help students find their future
'Our goal is to be there for students from the moment they arrive on campus'
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As a kid, WashU junior Katelina Theerman Rodriguez wanted to be a writer, then a chef, then an FBI agent.
But by the time she arrived at college, Theerman Rodriguez was no longer so sure.
"It can feel a little daunting when you don't have a clear career p
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