MO House members encouraged to wear masks

The 163-member Missouri House and its staff members are being encouraged to wear masks when they return to the Statehouse in Jefferson City today

The House will gavel-in today at noon and will be debating the state operating budget. Missouri House Chief Clerk Dana Rademan Miller tells News Talk KZRG they have supplied all members and staff with cloth masks. The masks are cotton and washable. She says all are encouraged, but not required, to wear them. She also reminds everyone to continue to practice social distancing protocols when they return to the Capitol.

House Budget Committee Chairman Cody Smith of Carthage expects the House to perfect the budget today. Smith also expects to give it final approval on Wednesday.