Cody Smith
@cody4mo
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Husband, Father, and Small Business Owner. House Budget Committee Chairman. Candidate for Missouri State Treasurer, 2024.
Carthage, MO
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Early this morning after over 11 hours of debate, the Missouri Senate passed my HB 2634 to finally defund Planned Parenthood. The bill will now come back to the House for a final vote before heading to the Governor’s desk.
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The MO House voted to secure over 40M for coronavirus relief efforts after careful planning & collaboration. Dems tried to increase the amount w/ no plan, collaboration, or accountability all while unbalancing the budget. Political exploitation of this crisis is shameful.
#moleg
This was the vote in the Mo legislature for 87 million in supplemental state funds to immediately help the healthcare system in our state with needed equipment. All but 2 Republicans voted no and it was defeated by wide margin. What is wrong with these people?
#moleg
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Tomorrow, we finally defund Planned Parenthood in Missouri as the Governor will sign my HB 2634.
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I’d like to extend a heartfelt thanks to
@Rep_TRichardson
for entrusting me to play a key role in the most critical part of Missouri’s legislative process. I’m so excited to work alongside
@FitzpatrickMO
as Vice Chairman of the House Budget Committee.
#moleg
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The historic significance of serving in this capacity in the 100th General Assembly, under the leadership of the state’s youngest ever Speaker, is a great honor. I’m ready to get started and continue the good work of
@FitzpatrickMO
. Thank you for your trust in me, Mr. Speaker!
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School choice doesn't take away from Missouri public schools; it promotes healthy competition and encourages improvement in all schools.
#SchoolChoice
#MoLeg
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Imagine, if you will, having an evil twin who runs around the
#moleg
making budgetary promises that can never and should never be kept. Truly terrifying.
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“The ONLY people making this political are
@realDonaldTrump
and
@GovParsonMO
”, she says. From behind a mask. On camera. By herself. In front of campaign signs.
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Today,
@RepDistrict58
begins a new chapter. He is a friend and mentor of mine. I'll miss having him around. In the
#moleg
, he is known for his expertise, and his shoes will be hard to fill. However, the children of MO are big winners today and that is a true victory for us all.
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The State of Missouri deserves a trusted conservative as Treasurer.
I’m a former banker and a bold conservative. As your State Treasurer, I’ll protect taxpayers and make sure woke companies and Chinese bankers don’t get a dime of our money.
See our first ad here!
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It has truly been an honor and a privilege to serve in the
#moleg
with
@FitzpatrickMO
. Though he will he missed, he will make a fantastic Treasurer. Congratulations, my friend!
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Thank you to
@AFPMissouri
for having me out this morning to talk about educational freedom in Missouri, and specifically SB 727.
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One of my greatest accomplishments will always be having earned the respect of Ron Richard. He was a great mentor to me, and having his counsel has felt like an unfair advantage. I would not be where I am today without his guidance and support, and I will miss him dearly.
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This week the Missouri House gave initial approval to my bill that will block Medicaid funding from going to Planned Parenthood. While babies are already protected from abortions in Missouri, your tax dollars should never be spent on abortion facilities or their affiliates.
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Thank you for this gesture,
@GovParsonMO
. A signed budget with no vetoes is an acknowledgement of the importance of the
#moleg
and its process. Much appreciated.
We are proud of the General Assembly and their efforts with the FY 2020 budget protecting taxpayers’ hard-earned money. They have created a fiscally-responsible, balanced budget that will move Missouri forward.
Budget signed, zero line-item vetoes.
🔗
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Missourians deserve a trusted conservative for Treasurer.
✅Passed the largest tax cut in Missouri history
✅Defunded Planned Parenthood
✅Sent the Missouri National Guard to Texas to defend our southern border
✅Cut spending by $2billion
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Grateful to my MO House colleagues for their unanimous support of HB 1739. 148-0! It’s clear that the time is now for
@MissouriSenate
pass this important criminal justice reform measure. It will lower crime and provide tremendous fiscal savings across Missouri!
#moleg
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We must fight back against the out of state forces and dark money trying to make abortion a part of our Missouri constitution. Missouri is a pro-life state that stands for the unborn!
#DeclineToSign
At Missouri Right to Life, we believe the silent majority is patriotic and good. The power truly is in your hands. Tell out of state money NO before it ever starts by NOT signing the reproductive rights petition!
#DeclineToSign
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One of the most rewarding parts of serving in the
#moleg
are the relationships that outlast term limits. Proud of
@phlchristo
this week.
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At the heart of school choice is the belief and understanding that Missouri parents know their children best. Let's trust parents to make the right educational decisions for their kids.
#SchoolChoice
#MoLeg
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Please continue praying for our friends Ben and Naomi. We are praying for a smooth return of Davy and Natalie’s bodies so they can lay them to rest.
Thank you President Trump. This means a lot to our families. Thank you for recognizing Davy & Natalie God Bless
@realDonaldTrump
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Late night MO House budget hearings are in full effect. Kinda like getting back to the gym after an extended break; somewhat painful yet oddly satisfying.
#moleg
#budgetlife
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This has been a long time coming and it’s a big win for families with children who have struggled with learning loss. THEY know how best to close the gap in THEIR child’s education!
#moleg
Rep. Cody Smith spearheaded the Close The Gap Grant, which empowers families with educational opportunities that best meet their kids’ unique needs.
Thank you, Rep. Smith, for your commitment to students & families in Missouri!
Learn more:
#moleg
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One size does not fit all in education. School choice recognizes that MO children have different needs and talents.
#IndividualizedEducation
#SchoolChoice
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Education should be about quality, not just location. School choice allows MO families to seek quality education, regardless of their zip code.
#SchoolChoice
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Medicaid expansion is wrong for Missouri. We simply can’t afford it. Our robust program is already too expensive. We’ve taken important steps to reform it (millions invested), and we must see those through before we consider making it bigger.
#moleg
The
#ObamaCareExpansion
debate is back. Like before, we must remain on the lookout for those seeking to saddle
#Missouri
taxpayers with a flawed healthcare program.
#moleg
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Today is a great day for Missouri.
@FitzpatrickMO
has assumed the role of State Auditor. He’s a true fiscal hawk and champion of good government. Taxpayers can sleep well at night knowing he has their back.
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Checking on revenue and wrangling a 5 year old to get him ready for school.
#budgetlife
meets
#dadlife
. Just another day in the
#moleg
.
@travisfitzwater
7:15 am this morning
@cody4mo
was jazzed that MO revenue is in the black. Way too early for budget excitement for me without coffee first. 😴
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A lot of deceptive tactics have been used to trick people into signing the pro-abortion initiative petition. If you have inadvertently signed, you can have your signature removed by following this process.
@MORightToLife
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.
@MOEducation
has finally implemented
#CloseTheGap
. It will give resources to FAMILIES and let THEM decide how to address THEIR child’s learning loss. Sadly, it’s not enough. With this news today, it’s never been more clear that we need
universal education choice in MO.
#moleg
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I call it the “shoe balancing rule”. I learned it in the
#moleg
. 🤷♂️
Sad news out of SWMO
@cody4mo
says if I buy a new pair of shoes, I should get rid of a pair I already have bc they are “spilling out of the closet.” After almost 16 years together, I am sad he no longer loves me & does not wish to continue our marriage.
Thoughts & prayers welcome
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Thank you for having us, Governor. I look forward to working with you and the rest of the
#moleg
to craft a responsible, balanced budget to meet our state’s obligations.
Appreciate House Speaker
@elijahhaahr
, Speaker Pro-Tem
@JohnDWiemann
, and House Budget Chair
@cody4mo
spending time today discussing our fiscally conservative budget priorities.
#MissouriForward
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It’s past time for
#moleg
to
#fixtheglitch
and fulfill our promise to families that are choosing public charter schools more and more. I’m looking forward to hearing HB 1552 next week.
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No matter where I go, my favorite title is “dad.”
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!
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Sometimes I think the Democrats say it best about my time as Budget Chair.
But it’s not the government’s money. It’s your hard-earned money. And you deserve a State Treasurer who understands that government must live within its means, not go on spending sprees.
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Today is the day! Polls are open until 7:00 pm. We hope we have earned your vote and your support!
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It’s official, Missouri has a new Treasurer.
@FitzpatrickMO
is a true fiscal conservative with a unique set of skills and experience that make him ideally suited for the role. Fantastic appointment by
@GovParsonMO
!
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Excited to get to back work on
#sentencingreform
and other important
#criminaljusticereform
measures with my
#moleg
colleagues!
Missouri has the 8th highest incarceration rate in the country. With the common sense
#sentencingreform
like HB 113 sponsored by
@cody4mo
,
@MoCorrections
estimated a cost savings of over $3.1 million when fully implemented.
#moleg
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Thanks, Chris. I wouldn’t want to do it without you on board!
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Had a great time tonight. Thanks to all who came. Looking forward to doing it again next year!
#moleg
Thanks to
@cody4mo
for hosting dinner for the has been House Budget chairs. Good to see
@Carl_Bearden
@teamrickstream
, Allen Icet, and Tim Green. Missed
@RyanSilvey
and
@repckelly
this year. Hope you make it to the next one!
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Thank you,
@RobVescovo
for entrusting me to lead the House budget process for another term. It truly is an honor.
#moleg
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Happy to share that I have been named one of just 10 Missouri lawmakers to earn the top Champion of Limited Government Award from the Institute for Legislative Analysis. Over 11,000 votes scored, and I ranked second in the entire MO General Assembly.
Thank you,
@leganalysis
!
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I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Missouri Fraternal Order of Police in my Treasurer’s race. I will always stand strong in support of our men and women in law enforcement.
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.
@Kip_Kendrick
will be missed from both sides of the aisle. I’ll miss his thoughtful, service over self approach to the appropriations process. Good news is he’ll take that same mentality to the MO Senate. Great hire by
@gregrazer
.
#moleg
I've made the difficult decision to forego my final term in
#moleg
. Instead, I'll join
@gregrazer
as his Chief of Staff. I'm confident it's the right decision and I'm excited about this opportunity. Allow me to explain my decision in the link below.
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With only a few days until the election, it’s all hands on deck. I’m doing another loop through MO so my wife, Jana, spoke on my behalf at the SWMO Conservative Network Meeting. I’m told she brought down the house and even had someone ask her when she is going to run for office.
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Last week I passed my final budget as the Missouri House Budget Chairman. For the past 6 years I’ve been proud to lead the efforts in crafting a balanced, fiscally responsible budget for the people of Missouri.
Read more about your Missouri State Budget at the link in comments.
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Congratulations to
@MikeCierpiot
and the rest of
#TeamCierpiot
on a well earned victory! Despite political shenanigans from the opposition, Missourians have once again chosen conservatism!
#moleg
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This is the right move for MO. If expansion should pass, we’ll need as much time as possible to prepare for its devastating impact on other state budget priorities like public education, transportation, and public safety. I appreciate the foresight of
@GovParsonMO
.
#mogov
#moleg
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I spent some time this week knocking doors in St. Charles County with my good friend
@phlchristo
who is running for State Senate.
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This morning I made it official - I filed to serve you as the next Missouri State Treasurer. I am working hard, and I hope to earn your vote on August 6th!
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Thank you, Rep. Kendrick. I look forward to working with you and the rest of
#moleg
to bring meaningful
#sentencingreform
to Missouri. The time is now!
Proud to cosponsor
@cody4mo
's HB113, a bill to end mandatory minimum sentencing for nonviolent offenders. Critical step for any meaningful criminal justice reform. Should have strong bipartisan support.
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It was a hot one, but we had a blast celebrating in the Marshfield Fourth of July Parade, the longest-running Independence Day Parade west of the Mississippi.
Happy Independence Day to everyone! We hope you have a fun and safe holiday.
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I’ll never understand why she split us up but I’m grateful that we found our way back to each other!
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Education should be about options, not limitations. Support MO school choice and give families the freedom to choose the education that suits their needs.
#EducationFreedom
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Merry Christmas from the Smiths! We wish you peace and joy this holiday season.
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Praying for a speedy recovery for
@GovParsonMO
and
@FirstLadyTeresa
.
Teresa and I wanted to share a quick update with you.
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This verdict further diminishes Americans’ trust in our justice system. The left will stop at nothing to stay in power. A bleak day for our great nation.
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It was an honor to accept the 2024 Standing with Children Award from
@missouri_naca
on behalf of
@missourictf
. I have had the privilege of serving on the Board of the CTF, Missouri’s foundation for child abuse prevention, for the past six years.
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Being a fiscal conservative is so much easier when your spouse is one too. Love that
@mrsjanasmith
😍😍😍
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Tweet of FY18
After the weekly press avail this week, I’m hyping the newest boy band out of Jeff City... Listen to Fiscally Sound on iTunes and Amazon now.
@elijahhaahr
@FitzpatrickMO
@phlchristo
#MOleg
#FiscallySound
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The most recent statewide GOP polling shows our campaign not only in the lead but the only campaign breaking double digit numbers. We’re out here working hard and gaining momentum.
To follow our campaign and find out how you can get involved, check out the link in comments.
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Outstanding selection, Mr. Speaker!
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
On Aug 26, 1920, the Secretary of State certified the 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote
100 years later, on Aug 26, 2020, the
#MoLeg
will induct Annie White Baxter into the Hall of Famous Missourians. Annie was a Carthage native & the first woman elected in Missouri
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Missouri is beautiful!
Smith Family Summer Vacation: Yesterday we visited Mansfield, including Rocky Ridge Farm, the home of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
Then we headed down to Cassville for dinner with friends. We stayed overnight at the Emory Melton Inn in Roaring River State Park.
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I was honored to once again receive the Award for Conservative Excellence from CPAC. I was one of a few legislators to receive a 100% conservative rating from them.
As your next State Treasurer I will continue to fight for economic freedom & limited government for Missourians.
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Not going to lie,
@JayAshcroftMO
set the bar pretty high today for statewide elected officials. But you’ve never shied away from hard work and I know you’ll be well prepared.
And here I am preparing for my first presentation to
@cody4mo
’s
@MOHouseBudget
committee next week. Gonna be a weird day.
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Thank you for all you do to keep the twitterverse up to date on daily revenue numbers, Mr. Fitzpatrick.
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I NEVER get tired of saving taxpayers money!
But seriously though, I’m exhausted. 😂
Hey
@cody4mo
scale of 1-10 how tired are you rn?😂😂😂 saving us 2 Billion $$$ was hopefully worth the lost sleep!
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This is what statesmanship looks like.
#moleg
There won’t be bad blood on my part. It will be dealt with, but I look forward to working with
@mikeparson
for the betterment of MIssouri over the next two years.
#moleg
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Spoke w/ Speaker-Elect
@elijahhaahr
today, he's working hard for
@MOHouseGOP
just days after election . That's leadership! Congrats!
#moleg
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I’m mean, I am young. And thin. And tall. But I’m no match for that glorious head of hair.
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#moleg
, please help me spread the word about this tremendous opportunity to get funding to those that can help prevent child sexual abuse in Missouri. Thanks!
@Kip_Kendrick
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY>Request for Proposals:
#MOCTF
Board of Directors is pleased to announce up to $2 million in funding over a 4 year period for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Grants. LOIs due 9-15. Learn more and view the PowerPoint from the pre-bid mtg >
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Duty calls...
Our
#Budget
Chairman
@cody4mo
is a taskmaster. Last night of session before we adjourn tomorrow and he calls us into committee. 😊
#OurWorkIsNeverDone
#MOLeg
#BudgetNights
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Challenge accepted.
#moleg
Don’t be surprised if the budget isn’t discussed until a June special session.
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I am one of 10 MO legislators to earn the Champion of Limited Government Award from
@leganalysis
. Over 11,000 votes were scored for this award, & I ranked second in the entire Missouri General Assembly. I will always stand firm in promoting the principles of limited government.
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Educational options shouldn't be limited to the wealthy in MO. School choice is about making quality education accessible to all.
#SchoolChoice
#MoLeg
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👀
Who won the week?
@AlexRileyMO
:
@cody4mo
and
@lincolnhough
Rep. Proudie:
@cody4mo
Rep. Parker:
@cody4mo
@phlchristo
:
@cody4mo
@ScottFaughn
:
@BenBrownTweets
Full episode:
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We had a great group join us for our Super Saturday GOTV! It was a perfect day for knocking doors.
We talked to hundreds of voters in support of our State Treasurer campaign along with Vanessa Bruton for Jasper County Treasurer and
@CJheartart
for State Repesentative.
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Can’t win on the issues? ✅
Poorly compare to opponent? ✅
Attack private citizens! ✅
Why are Claire McCaskill and the democrats spending $4.7 million against a constituent?
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.
@HawleyMO
supports
#SCOTUS
nominees who will uphold our Constitution and protect our Rights.
@Clairecmc
supports liberal extremists who ignore our constitution. It’s really that simple.
#MOSen
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I was proud to sponsor HB 2619. It is the only bill to ever pass the Missouri House prohibiting state departments from spending your tax dollars on woke DEI initiatives.
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It was great to be back home this morning with our SWMO legislators speaking at the Carthage Chamber of Commerce Eggs & Issues hosted by
@cwep_carthagemo
.
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In a world of increasing customization, education should be no different. One-size-fits-all doesn’t work for Missouri kids. School choice allows parents to tailor education to their child's needs.
#SchoolChoice
#MoLeg
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On this National Day of Prayer, let's join together in hope for our country and for Missouri. We have a lot of work to do as we head into the November election. Let’s continue to uplift and support each other in the journey ahead.
#nationaldayofprayer2024
#moleg
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Big crowd last night at the Jackson County Lincoln-Reagan Day Dinner. I appreciate the opportunity to join and speak about my candidacy for Missouri State Treasurer. Team Cody is working hard and looking forward to meeting more Missourians across the state.
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So proud of you, Cathy Jo. I could think of nobody finer to represent the people of the 163rd District.
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