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NewsBook: Missouri Government News for November 18, 2002

 

. Republicans see crowded field in governor's race (11/22/02)
JEFFERSON CITY - Still excited from their wins on election day, Republicans are expecting to have a variety of strong candidates in the next race for governor, in 2004. Secretary of State Matt Blunt, Congressman Kenny Hulshof, Senate President Pro Tem Peter Kinder and House Speaker-designate Catherine Hanaway are all expected to at least show an interest in the position.

None of the candidates has expressed an official statement on the issue, but one political expert gives Blunt the upper hand.

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    . Final quarter design unveiled (11/22/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Despite criticism of the US Mint's design, First Lady Laura Holden unveiled the final design for Missouri's new quarter.

    The new coin will feature three explorers paddling a dugout canoe, with the Gateway Arch in the background.

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    . Missouri transportation leaders short on solutions (11/22/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Missouri's transportation revenue efforts are stalled on the road. Since voters' resounding August defeat of a fuel tax increase, no feasible ideas have surfaced. What's next?

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    . Holden brings tax plan to Columbia (11/21/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Gov. Bob Holden is seeking input on his "fair share budget plan," which could result in higher taxes for some Missouri businesses.

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    . Talent's trip to Washington as U.S. Senator just days away (11/21/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Secretary of State Matt Blunt has declared Jim Talent's win for U.S. Senator official.

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    . Blunt considering run for Governor in 2004 (11/21/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Secretary of State Matt Blunt says he's had a lot of encouragement to run for Governor.

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    . Mothers Against Drunk Driving demand stronger seatbelt law (11/21/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Mothers Against Drunk Driving want to make it easier for police officers to pull you over for not wearing a seatbelt.

    MADD executive director Donald Otto says a stronger seatbelt law is one of his group's top priorities.

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    . The Cardinals get state funds for a new stadium. (11/19/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - The St. Louis baseball Cardinals got from the governor's administration what it could not get from the legislature -- state funds to help construct a new ballpark.

    But they got a lot less and they money will have to be paid back in 29 years.

    The Missouri Development Finance Board approved $28.5 million for the stadium project in business-tax exemptions that can be sold to businesses. The money has to be paid back to the state within 29 years, without interest, or the state will get part ownership of the stadium.

    Earlier this year, the legislature had considered a $100 million bond issue for the stadium -- a plan that would have cost the state another $100 million in interest on the bonds, for a total cost of $200 million during the 20 year period of the bonds.

    The Finance Board's action does not require legislative approval.

    . Women's issues will need funding to "move forward" (11/19/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Following the release of a report on the status of women in Missouri, some legislators say progress is needed. But that would require funding, which is hard to come by in the current budget crunch.

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    . Budget director: state revenue shortfall could lead to new cuts in higher education (11/18/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - The state took in $102 million less than expected in the first four months of the 2003 fiscal year.

    This could lead to deep new cuts in funding for higher education.

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    . Blunt to set Jim Talent's trip to US Senate into motion (11/18/02)
    JEFFERSON CITY - Secretary of State Matt Blunt is waiting on a final tally from Missouri County Clerks and Board of Elections officials so he can certify the November 5th election results.

    Once that happens, Blunt will meet with Governor Holden to sign a certificate giving Jim Talent a green light to head to Washington.

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