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Missouri governor signs law shielding doctors prescribing Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine

(Missouri Independent) – A bill signed into law by Gov. Mike Parson Tuesday will shield healthcare providers from losing their medical licenses when prescribing ivermectin or hydroxychloroquine, two medications that have not been shown to be effective in treating COVID-19. The language was included in a bill dealing with professional licensing regulations, and it was not highlighted in […]

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Missouri man sentenced to four years in prison on child pornography and homemade explosive device charges

U.S. District Judge Ronnie L. White on Tuesday sentenced a Jefferson County, Missouri man who was caught with child pornography and homemade explosive devices to four years in prison. Nathan L. J. Baucom, 26, pleaded guilty in October to possession of child pornography and possession of an unregistered firearm or destructive device. He admitted receiving […]

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Governor Parson Signs HB 2149 and six other pieces of legislation into law

During a signing ceremony at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed seven pieces of legislation into law, including HB 2149, which modifies provisions relating to professional licensing. HB 2149 – Modifies Provisions Related to Professional Licensing: Exempts military employees and contractors participating in the Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) program from Missouri occupational licensing requirements […]

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$2M Missouri witness protection fund finds few takers in second year of operation

(Missouri Independent) – In 2020, amid the worst wave of violent crime in almost 15 years, Missouri lawmakers set up a new witness protection program proponents said would break down barriers of silence that left perpetrators unpunished. But since its creation, the program has gone almost unused. Despite being authorized to spend $2 million annually, only $14,647 has been […]