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MNEA Government Relations keeps you posted about the politics and legislation affecting Missouri public schools, students, education support professionals, and teachers at the state level. When there is s threat to public education, MNEA will post Legislative Alerts below. Check back often during the legislative session and subscribe to the MNEA Legislative Update

The MNEA Resolutions document outlines MNEA's beliefs and positions on issues related to education, educator rights, and student well-being.  

Contact MNEA Government Relations

Legislative Director: Otto Fajen (otto.fajen@mnea.org)
Political Director: Elizabeth Zerr (elizabeth.zerr@mnea.org)
Administrative Assistant: Olivia Compton (olivia.compton@mnea.org)

Missouri Legislative Updates & Action Alerts

View past issues of the MNEA Legislative Update at www.mnea.org/legupdate

LEGISLATURE LEAVES FOR SPRING BREAK Both the House and Senate have adjourned for a week of spring break and will reconvene in full session on March 24. Both chambers are scheduled to meet once during...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. MNEA's Capitol Action Days occur...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director ACCREDITATION AND ASSESSMENT REFORMS The Senate Education Committee heard SB 360 (Jill Carter) on February 25. The bill would support local control and reduce...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS Due to inclement weather, Missouri NEA canceled the Capitol Action Day for Wednesday, February 19th. The Association is sorry for any...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director WINTER STORM AFFECTS SESSION The House rearranged committee schedules to complete most hearings on February 11 and perfected four House bills on that day. The...

 

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MNEA members are Democrats, Republicans, and Independents. The issues that unite them are protecting children and improving public education. These are the issues that drive MNEA’s and NEA’s candidate-recommendation process. 

How you vote is a personal decision; however, Missouri NEA leaders hope that, as you review the issues and positions of candidates, you will consider the recommendations made by MNEA-PAC. 

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