Voting Rights

Bill: HB 1525 and HB 2895

LWVMO SUPPORTS these bills.

Short Description:  Reinstate the presidential preference primary in Missouri.

Status of the Bills: Scheduled for Executive Session, Monday April 22 at 4:30 PM in the Elections and Elected Officials Committee.

Talking points:  

• A presidential primary encourages participation, especially relative to the time-consuming caucus system which is not readily accessible for students, parents, shift workers and the disabled

Link to the bill summary: HB 1525  HB 2895

Call to action:

5 for Democracy:  Email committee members by clicking on their pictures (this will take you to their individual websites where you can fill out the form to email them) HERE

LWV Position: Support electoral systems at each level of government that encourage participation, are verifiable and auditable, and enhance representation for all voters. (Impact on Issues 2022-2024, p11)

Health Care

Bill: HCS HBs 2632 and 1446

LWVMO SUPPORTS these bills.

Short Description:Creates a registration process to allow health insurance reimbursement of Doula services.

Status of the Bill: Placed on the House Formal Perfection Calendar for Monday, April 22. 

Talking points:  

• Doulas can provide emotional and physical support to pregnant women

• Doula care is a proven, cost-effective means of reducing racial disparities in maternal health

• Doula care can improve health outcomes and lead to more satisfying birthing experiences

• All pregnant and postpartum people deserve access to full spectrum doula care

Link to the summary of the bill: HCS HBs 2631 & 1446

Call to action:

5 for Democracy: Contact your Senator HERE

LWV Position: Every US resident should have access to a basic level of care that includes the prevention of disease, health promotion and education, and primary care (including prenatal and reproductive health).  (Impact on Issues 2022-2024, p137)