A Missouri Senate leader says congressional redistricting will be a top issue when state lawmakers return to Jefferson City in January. Senate Majority Leader Caleb Rowden (R-Columbia) says U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt’s decision to not seek re-election led to a ripple effect. “And all of the various dominoes that have happened and several members of …
Basye to file two key education bills on Wednesday
Missouri’s House Education Committee chair says Columbia’s school board ignores taxpayers and parents. House Elementary and Education Committee Chairman Rep. Chuck Basye (R-Rocheport) tells 939 the Eagle that he will pre-file legislation this morning to allow the recall of school board members. He’ll also file a separate bill establishing a petition process for citizens to …
Missouri lawmaker Basye says it’s time for Legislature to step in, regarding CPS
Missouri’s House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee chairman is blasting Columbia’s school board, saying he’s never seen a more militant group. State Rep. Chuck Basye (R-Rocheport) spoke on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Columbia.” “When I say militant, they are just ignoring taxpayers and parents. And I have a lot of examples in this huge …
Columbia’s school board extends mask requirement; Missouri lawmakers discuss CRT
Columbia Public Schools (CPS) students and staff will continue to be required to wear masks indoors and on buses. Columbia’s school board voted to extend the district’s indoor masking requirement, at Monday night’s meeting. Missouri health officials have recently adopted the CDC’s recommendation for children ages 5-11 to receive the Pfizer COVID vaccine. CPS’ Michell …
Basye pleased with meeting with CPS superintendent; wants music video shown at November school board meeting
The Missouri House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee chairman describes Friday’s meeting with CPS’ superintendent and with Columbia School Board member Chris Horn as productive. State Rep. Chuck Basye (R-Rocheport) outlined his concerns with courses being taught at Hickman High School, during the meeting. Chairman Basye tells “Wake Up Columbia” that he has been attacked by …