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Reports from the 51st District
Rep. Dean Dohrman, a Republican, represents Johnson, Pettis, and Saline counties (District 51). He was elected to his first two-year term in November 2012.
In addition to his legislative duties, Rep. Dohrman is an online professor.
Rep. Dohrman is a member of Warrensburg and Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce, and Sedalia Lions Club. He attends Wesley United Methodist Church. A graduate of LaMonte High, Rep. Dohrman earned his PhD from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2004.
Born in Warrensburg, Rep. Dohrman currently lives in LaMonte.
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Capitol Report: Aug. 9, 2018
Posted Friday, August 10, 2018, at 10:49 AMEarlier this week, voters across Missouri turned out at the polls to exercise their right to vote. Congratulations to all those who won their primaries! Among the ballot questions on Tuesday was Proposition A, Right to Work, which failed... -
Capital Report: Aug. 2, 2018
Posted Friday, August 3, 2018, at 10:16 AMIn less than a week, Missourians will be able to exercise one of their most important rights by heading to the polls to vote in the August 7 primary. Voters from all over the state will participate in the elections process to help determine who will represent them in the halls of government. By casting their votes, they will able to make their voices heard on candidates and issues that will help determine the path the state takes heading into the future... -
Capital Report: July 26, 2018
Posted Friday, July 27, 2018, at 10:54 AMNow that the July 14 deadline for the governor to take action on bills has officially passed, Gov. Parson signed several pieces of legislation into law, and vetoed a handful of others. In total, Gov. Parson signed 6 3bills after taking office. In addition to the bills signed by the previous governor, the legislature saw the majority of the 150 bills it TAFP’d signed into law... -
Capitol Report: July 12, 2018
Posted Monday, July 16, 2018, at 9:30 AMRecently, with the governor’s signature, the appropriations bills that make up the Fiscal Year 2019 state operating budget officially became law and took effect when the new fiscal year began July 1. In total, the bills make up a $28.6 billion budget that makes a record investment in K-12 education, and stabilizes funding for Missouri’s institutions of higher learning. ... -
Capitol Report: July 3, 2018
Posted Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at 2:42 PMTomorrow is Independence Day! It's a holiday that many mark with its date, and while most simply refer to it as the Fourth of July, the people of this great nation cannot and should not forget its true designation as Independence Day. This special holiday is more than just another day on the calendar. ... -
Capitol Report June 28, 2018
Posted Friday, June 29, 2018, at 9:57 AMYesterday and today, I attended the Best in Midwest Summit hosted by the Missouri Department of Economic Development and the Missouri Department of Higher Education. The summit is being held at various venues around the state and includes several Missouri businesses and leaders eager to transform Missouri into a top state for economic and workforce development. The summit showcased opportunities for growth in Missouri and detailed how Missouri compares to its Midwestern peers... -
Capitol Report: June 21, 2018
Posted Friday, June 22, 2018, at 10:22 AMThis week a new lt. governor has joined the executive ranks for our state. Governor Mike Parson chose Mike Kehoe of the Jefferson City area to fill the vacancy. Kehoe is finishing his term limit in the Senate, and has foregone his floor leader position to swear in as the new lt. governor. Democrat Darrell Cope has filed a lawsuit claiming that the governor does not have appointive power for the state’s second executive position. I will keep you informed of the court outcome... -
Capitol Report: May 31, 2018
Posted Friday, June 1, 2018, at 3:58 PMGovernor Resigns... -
Capitol Report May 18, 201 8
Posted Monday, May 21, 2018, at 2:25 PMToday marks the end of a very productive legislative session! The regular session came to a close tonight with the General Assembly giving final passage to more than 145 bills. The number represents an increase from the previous session when the legislature pushed 76 bills across the legislative finish line... -
Capitol Report April 5, 2018
Posted Thursday, April 5, 2018, at 4:20 PMFirst, some good news this week. According to the Clayton Times, WalletHub recently conducted a comprehensive study that ranked Missouri among the best nationwide in terms of return on investment (ROI) for state and local taxes. Specifically, Missouri was ranked 7th in terms of return on investment for state and local taxes, and 5th in total taxes per capita for those age 18 and older. ... -
Capitol Report March 29, 2018
Posted Thursday, March 29, 2018, at 6:08 PMThe legislature returned from spring break this week and was focused on completing the state budget and sending it to the Senate. The budget is covered in detail below. Also, today, members of the House welcomed more than 120 Vietnam veterans to the Capitol to be honored for their service to our country in observance of Vietnam Veterans Day! For nearly two hours, House members brought more than 100 veterans onto the House floor to honor and thank them for their service. ... -
Capitol Report March 22, 2018
Posted Thursday, March 22, 2018, at 5:48 PMLast week, members on the House Budget Committee completed the markup of the state budget, and the House as a whole sent several bills to the Senate. This week, the legislature is on its annual spring break. Once the break ends, members will focus on the budget, and then turn to tax relief legislation. The legislature has a deadline of May 11 to complete the state budget... -
Capitol Report March 15, 2018
Posted Thursday, March 15, 2018, at 9:03 PMMembers on the House Budget Committee worked diligently this week to complete the markup of the state budget. Once the legislature returns from spring break, members will focus efforts on the state operating budget, as well as tax relief legislation. The legislature has a deadline of May 11 to complete the state budget... -
Capitol Report March 8, 2018
Posted Thursday, March 8, 2018, at 4:28 PMBack at the Capitol, we are starting to see this year’s budget proposal take shape. This week, the chairman of the House Budget Committee unveiled his versions of the appropriations bills that will make up the Fiscal Year 2019 state operating budget. The bills include some key changes from the recommendations made by the governor... -
Capitol Report March 1, 2018
Posted Friday, March 2, 2018, at 10:14 AMAs in years past, the Office of Missouri Lieutenant Governor Mike Parson is conducting the Senior Service Awards. This is a wonderful opportunity for outstanding senior citizens across Missouri to be recognized for their service and dedication to their communities. ... -
Capitol Report Feb. 22, 2018
Posted Friday, February 23, 2018, at 8:23 AMLast Thursday, Governor Greitens, Senator Hoskins, and I met with veterans, staff, family, and community members at the Warrensburg Veterans Home to discuss efforts to protect Missouri veterans and ensure they get the quality care they deserve. The Governor presented a proclamation to the Warrensburg Veterans Home commending them for the excellent care they provided. ... -
Capitol Report Feb. 15, 2018
Posted Thursday, February 15, 2018, at 4:33 PMAnother round of legislation is now on its way to the Senate after yet another busy legislative week at the Capitol. This week, the House approved a bill meant to protect the state’s unemployment system from insolvency in the event there is another economic downturn. ... -
Capitol Report Feb. 8, 2018
Posted Thursday, February 8, 2018, at 6:50 PMSeveral more bills are now on their way to he Senate after yet another busy legislative week at the Capitol. This week, the House approved a bill that would allow a teacher to count hours spent in a local business externship as contact hours of professional development and a bill that would require every school district and charter school to maintain an accountability portal for the public. ... -
Capitol Report Feb. 1, 2018
Posted Thursday, February 1, 2018, at 4:06 PMSeveral bills are now on their way to the Senate after another busy legislative week at the Capitol. This week, the House approved a bill that would provide young people with greater access to highly-skilled, experienced instructors in areas such as health care, manufacturing, and engineering. ... -
Capitol Report Jan. 25, 2018
Posted Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 4:20 PMAnother legislative week comes to a close. Members of the House and Senate gathered in the House Chamber this week to listen to the annual State of the Judiciary Address. Delivered by Missouri Chief Justice Zel Fischer, the address provided lawmakers with an overview of the state’s court system and the challenges it faces. ...
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