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Fostering rural economic development and job growth in Missouri

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🚨 Millions lack access to doctors—telehealth isn’t enough! 🚨
Rural Missourians face a healthcare crisis—limited doctors, unreliable internet, and barriers to telehealth. 🚑💻Let’s fight for healthcare access for all! 💪❤️
#RuralHealth #HealthcareForAll https://t.co/Y0aXqmrfKC

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🚜 Missouri Farmers! If your family has owned your farm since 1925, you could be a Missouri Century Farm!
✅ 40+ acres
✅ 100+ years family-owned
✅ Contributes to farm income
📅 Apply by May 1 👉 [https://t.co/hy99dBObHN]
#MOAg #CenturyFarm #Farm
https://t.co/4tgkFJ0e6W

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Missouri Egg Prices Soar Due to Bird Flu 📷
Egg prices in Missouri are skyrocketing—over $6 per dozen in some areas! The bird flu outbreak has hit local farms hard, with 4M+ birds lost, leading to shortages & store limits.
#Missouri #EggPrices #BirdFlu

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🌾 Calling all Missouri farm families! If your farm has been in the family for 100+ years, you may qualify for the Missouri Century Farm Program! 🏡🚜

📅 Apply by May 1, 2025
📍 Details:https://t.co/tz7j4WhfhD
Honor your legacy! 🌱 #MissouriCenturyFarm #MOAg #FarmLife

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https://t.co/mRyTOccPTi 📊 New Tool to Help Missouri Farmers! 🌾

@Mizzou has introduced an Aid Payment Calculator to help farmers navigate disaster relief and aid programs more effectively. #farmers #Missouri

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A new report highlights that AI companies could increase demand on U.S. power grids by 38% in the coming years. #AI #powergrid #energy
https://t.co/1JXZC1eelC

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Missouri agriculture is making a difference with the "Drive to Feed Kids" Grants, equipping youth to address hunger in their communities. Through these initiatives, young leaders are learning the value of giving back while tackling food insecurity in MO.

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https://t.co/ghBsWmQObW 🚨 Attention Missouri Drivers! 🚨

Starting January 1, 2025, the Siddens Bening Hands-Free Law is in full effect. This means:

No holding your phone while driving.
Hands-free mode is required for calls, navigation, and music.

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https://t.co/DV0yZCDIz7 📷 AI Growth & Power Grid Strain 📷
AI data centers are booming, but they're using 3–5x more electricity than traditional facilities, putting pressure on the U.S. power grid. 📷📷

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https://t.co/DyJVp3WHMr Missouri's recent voter-approved prop to raise the minimum wage and mandate paid sick leave is now facing opposition from state business groups. Advocates argue the changes will support workers & families, others worry about impacts on small businesses.

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Legislator Spotlight: Senator Mike Bernskoetter
A true advocate for Missouri’s heartland, Senator @bernskoettermo brings a wealth of experience and passion to the 2025 legislative session.
#moleg #RuralMissouri #MikeBernskoetter #Missouri

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Missouri lawmakers are gearing up for the 2025 legislative session. Bill filing opened on December 2ndand hundreds of bills are already on the table. One notable item already getting attention? Tax credits aimed at expanding access to childcare.
#moleg
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🦃 Thanksgiving Savings (Sort Of)! 🍂

Good news: Thanksgiving dinner in 2024 is 5% cheaper than last year! 🥧 But it’s still higher than pre-pandemic prices, reminding us how costs are still a challenge for many families. https://t.co/Abk1AzUhEc

#Thanksgiving #shopping

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🔌 With the U.S. grid under increasing strain, industries are looking for alternative solutions to meet their growing power needs. Missouri must prioritize energy policies that support reliability and affordability . https://t.co/dtHWlh0JSp

#EnergyReliability #Energy #powergrid

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As our energy grid evolves, the risks of connectivity grow alongside it. Missouri's rural communities rely on a dependable grid for their homes, businesses, and farms.
#EnergyReliability #PowerGrid https://t.co/RaVsn97P8W

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🌟 Legislator Spotlight: Senator Jason Bean 🌟

With a deep understanding of agriculture and the challenges faced by rural Missourians, Senator Bean works tirelessly to support policies that strengthen farming, infrastructure, and local economies.

#moleg @BeanSenate

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📬 @MOFarmBureau is raising concerns about the USPS consolidation plan and its potential impact on rural Missourians. Timely mail delivery is critical for farmers, businesses, and families across our state.

#rural #Missouri #ruralmail #maildelivery #USPS https://t.co/NFpBBeXvK5

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🇺🇸Happy Veterans Day!
Today, we honor the incredible bravery and dedication of our veterans, whose sacrifices have helped safeguard our freedom and way of life. Thank you to every man and woman who has served in the armed forces.
#VeteransDay #HonorOurHeroes #ThankYouVeterans

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🌾 Big News for Missouri’s Food Security!

Missouri is receiving a major federal grant to strengthen our food systems and help build resilient infrastructure that supports local farmers, and food chains.

#MissouriAgriculture #FoodSecurity #SupportLocal

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🚜 Missouri FFA is offering Building Our American Communities grants to support rural improvements! https://t.co/vpTPukeuXj
#MissouriFFA