Missouri's legislative session is in full swing, with lawmakers tackling key reforms amid economic growth and community revitalization. Top headlines include a judge striking down the ballot summary for a Trump-backed congressional redistricting plan, according to KSAT reports, ongoing battles over the state's gerrymander as noted by Democracy Docket, and counties preparing for April votes on property tax caps under Senate Bill 3, per KY3 and KSMU. St. Louis is advancing plans to block new ICE detention centers, as covered by the Post-Dispatch.

In government and politics, the House passed a bipartisan bill to restore voting rights to over 53,000 people on probation or parole, sponsored by Rep. Melanie Stinnett and now awaiting Senate action, KCUR reports. The Senate is eyeing ending mandatory vehicle safety inspections and debating income tax elimination, according to KCMO radio discussions with Missouri Times Publisher Scott Faughn. Governor Mike Kehoe signed the FY 2026 supplemental budget, HB 2014, his office announced, while public transit groups oppose proposed cuts, KBIA notes.

Business and economy show promise, with Forge Construction relocating to an expanded Kansas City headquarters, investing $2.9 million and creating 20 jobs at above-average wages through the Missouri Works program, the Department of Economic Development states. Mid-Missouri sees adaptive reuse of former schools into affordable senior housing, like Carver School Apartments in Fulton opening with 33 units after $8 million in renovations, ABC17 News details. Legislation advances to expand health care pools for small businesses and reform personal injury statutes of limitations to three years, the Missouri Chamber reports.

Community news highlights education and infrastructure: MoDOT plans I-44 corridor and I-55 bridge improvements in St. Louis for 2026, alongside Route 47 bridge replacement on I-70, per agency updates. The University of Missouri System secured $40 million in federal funds for research and water management, UM leaders thanked congressional delegates for.

No major recent weather events dominate headlines.

Looking Ahead: Watch April property tax votes in 97 counties, Governor Kehoe's April 23 Ashland speech, and session debates on child care access and solar incentives.

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