Week of April 28 2025

Welcome to another episode of "Under the Dome," hosted by Sarah Owsley, Advocacy Director at Empower Missouri. In today's update, Sarah, alongside Misha Smith, Christine Woody, and Lucas Caldwell-McMillan, provides insights into Missouri's legislative activities, particularly focusing on anti-poverty initiatives. The team discusses recent developments such as the progress and challenges of House Bill 595, analyzing its implications for Kansas City and veteran benefits. They also cover the defeat of House Bill 862, which could have increased state expenditures without effectively impacting crime rates.