AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUtility Bills: Spire is seeking a rate increase that would add about $10 to $13 a month for the average customer, depending on service area. The Missouri Public Service Commission set Nov. 23 as the deadline to join the case. Election Fallout: Democrats made historic gains, flipping 16 House seats and two Senate seats and ending Republicans’ supermajorities, though the GOP still controls both chambers. Voters rejected the proposed congressional map and Amendment 3, leaving abortion protections approved in 2024 in place, and passed Amendment 6 to limit lawmakers’ power to overturn citizen-led measures. State Government: Rep. Anthony Ealy was charged with fourth-degree assault and disturbing the peace after his arrest over alleged threats outside a Jefferson City business. Senate Republicans also named Jill Carter assistant majority floor leader. Kansas City: The city approved plans to restore Bartle Hall and Municipal Auditorium using a voter-approved $100 million bond; the first phase is expected to finish in 2028. Property Taxes: Jackson County and the state reached a settlement resolving litigation over property assessments.
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