BY KELSEY WU AND GAELLE FOURNIER, Columbia Missourian
JEFFERSON CITY — There is no law targeting trafficking fentanyl in Missouri. Some lawmakers are trying again to change that.
House Bill 239 proposes that trafficking more than 10 mg of fentanyl would be prosecuted as a felony.
State and Regional News
SEMA to host Missouri Earthquake Summit for local, state officials, and public to strengthen preparedness
On Wednesday, Feb. 20, the State Emergency Management Agency will host its first-ever Missouri Earthquake Summit in Sikeston to discuss the risks presented by the New Madrid Seismic Zone, earthquake response planning and capabilities, and how to strengthen community preparedness.
Missouri to become a Technology First State for individuals with disabilities
Today, Mark Stringer, director of the Department of Mental Health (DMH) announced that Missouri is becoming a Technology First state. The DMH Division of Developmental Disabilities is moving forward with an initiative that encourages the understanding and use of technology in lieu of direct support staffing, which improves the quality of life for some individuals needing services. This initiative increases an individual’s safety and health and promotes independence.
Truman State University recognized for quality and career prep ability
According to The Princeton Review, Truman State University is one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking a superb education with great career preparation at an affordable price.
State seeking organizations to serve meals to children during summer months
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is looking for organizations throughout the state to help feed thousands of children who would otherwise go without meals during the summer months when school is not in session.