U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-Springfield) is not a fan of legislation from State Rep. Don Mayhew (R-Crocker) that would change the name of I-70 in Missouri to I-44 and would change the name of I-44 in Missouri to I-70. Congressman Burlison joined us live on 939 the Eagle’s “Wake Up Mid-Missouri.” He also discussed legislation he’s introduced called the Achieving Choice in Education Act. It would double the contribution limit on K-12 expenses with 529 accounts from $10,000 to $20,000 a year. Congressman Burlison says school choice makes educational institutions more accountable and responsive to families. He also tells listeners that he felt persecuted in public schools in the 1980s and 1990s, citing his experience in an art class. Critics of school choice say it takes money away from public schools:
Catalytic converter legislation is backed by urban and rural Missouri House members
Bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing the amount of catalytic converter thefts in Missouri has received initial approval from the Missouri House. State Rep. Don Mayhew (R-Crocker) sponsors House Bill 2574. The five-page bill requires scrap metal dealers to require proof that the seller of a detached catalytic converter is a bona fide automobile repair shop …