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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Missouri Newsletter for Tuesday January 20, 2026 ( 2 items )  

Freshwater browning threatens growth and populations of economically important fish, McGill researchers say
MONTREAL, Quebec, Jan. 19 -- McGill University posted the following news release: * * * Freshwater browning threatens growth and populations of economically important fish, McGill researchers say * Freshwater browning is stunting fish growth of some species, shrinking populations of others and changing the composition of fish communities, McGill-led research suggests. "Browning" refers to freshwater bodies turning tea-coloured, a phenomenon driven by higher levels of dissolved organic matter  more

Senator Schmitt Introduces Bill to Expand Denaturalization Process for Individuals Who Commit Fraud, Serious Felonies, or Join Terrorist Organizations
WASHINGTON, Jan. 19 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Schmitt Introduces Bill to Expand Denaturalization Process for Individuals Who Commit Fraud, Serious Felonies, or Join Terrorist Organizations * Legislation Endorsed by White House, Comes After Rampant Fraud Exposed in Minnesota WASHINGTON - Amid reports of rampant fraud perpetrated by Somali crime rings in Minnesota, including convictions of naturalized citizens, U.S. Senator Eric Schmit  more