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Missouri’s new governor tells state lawmakers that his administration will be built on merit and that they will not support DEI programs in state government. Governor Mike Kehoe (R) made his comments during his first State of the State address on Tuesday in Jefferson City. The governor also addressed state employee pay. Governor Kehoe says the average turnover rate in state government is 20 percent, adding that makes it difficult for state departments and agencies to operate efficiently. He's unveiled a $130-million pay increase plan for state employees, which would increase pay for Jefferson City’s 14,000 state employees and state employees across Missouri. He says his plan provides funding to support a one percent salary increase for every two years of service, up to ten percent for all state employees. Governor Kehoe is also proposing more than $700,000 in additional support for Missouri’s child abuse and neglect hotline to reduce average call handling times and improve customer service. State Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman (R-Arnold) joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" to discuss State of State. She chairs the Missouri Senate Government Efficiency Committee. Senator Coleman tells listeners that Governor Kehoe is a strong leader and she likes his message. She says Missourians are having a difficult time reaching people when they call to try to find out information or sign up for food stamps and other state benefits. Senator Coleman also tells listeners that there has been a lack of stability in Missouri's Children's Division, noting they've had 11 directors in ten years. She also would like to see Amendment 3 overturned at the polls, saying the abortion issue should be placed backed on the ballot. Missourians approved Amendment Three in November by a 51-48 percent margin. The measure passed in seven of the state's largest counties and St. Louis city, while it failed in 107 counties. Senator Coleman says abortion-rights supporters outspent ballot opponents 10-1. Amendment Three supporters see it differently, saying Missourians have spoken at the ballot box:
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By Zimmer CommunicationsMissouri’s new governor tells state lawmakers that his administration will be built on merit and that they will not support DEI programs in state government. Governor Mike Kehoe (R) made his comments during his first State of the State address on Tuesday in Jefferson City. The governor also addressed state employee pay. Governor Kehoe says the average turnover rate in state government is 20 percent, adding that makes it difficult for state departments and agencies to operate efficiently. He's unveiled a $130-million pay increase plan for state employees, which would increase pay for Jefferson City’s 14,000 state employees and state employees across Missouri. He says his plan provides funding to support a one percent salary increase for every two years of service, up to ten percent for all state employees. Governor Kehoe is also proposing more than $700,000 in additional support for Missouri’s child abuse and neglect hotline to reduce average call handling times and improve customer service. State Sen. Mary Elizabeth Coleman (R-Arnold) joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri" to discuss State of State. She chairs the Missouri Senate Government Efficiency Committee. Senator Coleman tells listeners that Governor Kehoe is a strong leader and she likes his message. She says Missourians are having a difficult time reaching people when they call to try to find out information or sign up for food stamps and other state benefits. Senator Coleman also tells listeners that there has been a lack of stability in Missouri's Children's Division, noting they've had 11 directors in ten years. She also would like to see Amendment 3 overturned at the polls, saying the abortion issue should be placed backed on the ballot. Missourians approved Amendment Three in November by a 51-48 percent margin. The measure passed in seven of the state's largest counties and St. Louis city, while it failed in 107 counties. Senator Coleman says abortion-rights supporters outspent ballot opponents 10-1. Amendment Three supporters see it differently, saying Missourians have spoken at the ballot box: