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Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Iowa lawmakers have reached a compromise on the first budget of the legislative session.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The Missouri Legislature has voted to create an online database allowing businesses to check whether job applicants have a history of filing workers' compensation claims.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Minnesota Legislature passes same-sex marriage, governor to sign bill allowing Aug. 1 gay weddings

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Missouri lawmakers have one week to sort out differences on top legislative priorities, including changes to tax incentives and limits on liability lawsuits for businesses.

Saturday, April 06, 2013  Governor Branstad says he's still hopeful there might be action on the issue.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  The days of changing clocks twice a year could come to an end under a proposal pending in the Missouri Legislature.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Under the proposal, the state sex offender registry would be updated with registrants ranked based on the risk they pose.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Two young Republican farmers who serve in the Iowa Legislature are trying to make it more appealing for retiring farmers to lease their land to beginners.

Friday, January 04, 2013  If Illinois approves gay marriage, it would become the 10th state in the nation to do so.

Friday, December 21, 2012  The question is whether public outrage will produce a meaningful difference in the rules for how Americans buy and use guns.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  One sheriff in Northeast Missouri thinks there needs to be a change in the way state funding is distributed to local sheriff departments.

Friday, December 07, 2012  By sundown Thursday, bills had been introduced and passed without committee votes or public hearings.

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  Coalition formed in Iowa to urge a tax increase for roadway improvements in the state.

Friday, November 09, 2012  Illinois voters want legislature to approve conceal and carry legislation.

Thursday, February 02, 2012  Update: Republicans are defending Missouri's newly redrawn U.S. House districts in court.