State Rep. Mazzie Christensen and State Rep. Adam Schwadron have been at the center of a controversy regarding the referral of their bills to committees by House Speaker Dean Plocher. Christensen believes Plocher is retaliating against her for speaking out against his leadership, while Schwadron remains hopeful about the progress of his legislation. Plocher has denied any punitive action and stated that bills will continue to be referred throughout the session.
The controversy stems from a series of scandals involving Plocher, including allegations of unethical conduct, misuse of taxpayer funds, and seeking exemptions from House travel policies. This has led to calls for Plocher to resign from leadership by several members of the House Republican caucus, including Christensen and Schwadron. While some members have had their bills referred promptly, others, like Sander and Richey, have faced delays.
Despite the challenges, Christensen remains determined to represent her district effectively, even if her bills face obstacles. She emphasizes the importance of standing up for her beliefs and integrity in serving her constituents. The situation with Plocher’s leadership and the handling of legislative bills continues to be a point of contention within the Missouri House of Representatives, with uncertainty surrounding Plocher’s future as the ethics committee conducts its investigation.
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