We're now at week 5 of the Missouri General Assembly (2026)
Senate Update
- SJR 72 has been referred to the same committee as SB 951
- Both bills are currently in the Senate Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Committee
- Committee Chair: Justin Brown
- No hearing dates have been scheduled
House Update
- HJR 109 has not been assigned to a committee
- HB 1682 has been introduced and read but has not received committee action
- There remains no movement on abolition legislation in the House
Call to Action – Call Every Day
- Ask to speak directly with the legislator
- If unavailable, request a return call
- Tell staff you will call every day until the bills move or the legislator personally responds
Call Senator Justin Brown
- Ask him to schedule hearings for SJR 72 and SB 951 and to support the bills
(573) 751-5713
Call House Speaker Jon Patterson
- Ask him to assign HJR 109 and HB 1682 to a committee for hearings
(573) 751-0907
Call Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin
- Ask her to personally support SJR 72 and SB 951, especially if they pass committee
(573) 751-7985
New Debate Invitations – Action Required
Wes publicly invited prominent pro-life leaders to debate the Abolition of Abortion issue.
These leaders are reachable through Missouri legislative offices and staff.
Call Senator Adam Schnelting’s Office
- Ask him to respond to Wes’ invitation to debate
(573) 751-1141 - Also ask his Chief of Staff, Sherri Kuttenkuler, to reconsider the invitation
Call Senator Rick Brattin’s Office
- Ask for Tom Estes
- Request that Senator Brattin and Tom Estes reconsider debating Wes
(573) 751-2108
Rally at the Capitol
February 18, 2026
Missouri State Capitol
Jefferson City, Missouri
- Meet in the Rotunda at 10:00 AM to distribute literature to legislators
- Prayer will take place in front of both the Speaker’s and President Pro Tem’s offices (time announced on-site)
- Press conference by Mike Moon at 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM
- Rally begins at 1:00 PM
Speakers
- Rebecca Kiessling
- Paul Abbot
Persistent pressure, public accountability, and direct engagement are necessary for abolition to advance.
