At the Capitol

MNEA members are represented at our nation's Capitol by the National Education Association. Missouri NEA Government Relations keeps you posted about the politics and legislation affecting Missouri public schools, students, education support professionals, and teachers at the state level. 

To review MNEA’s position on issues, check out MNEA's Resolutions.  

MNEA Legislative Director Otto Fajen (otto.fajen@mnea.org) is a constant presence at the Capitol during Legislative Session as the bills are announced and the votes are tallied. MNEA keeps you informed of the action via the Legislative Update and Legislative Action Center.

MNEA Political Director Elizabeth Zerr (elizabeth.zerr@mnea.org) leads the MNEA Educator Advocates Program and MNEA-PAC Council, which is a non-partisan governing body within MNEA that evaluates and recommends candidates based on their agenda for public education.

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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...