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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 Oct. 12, 2017
Posted Thursday, October 12, 2017, at 3:56 PMAs mentioned over the last few weeks, the Chair of the Policy Development Caucus, Representative Jeff Messenger, has been touring the state gathering feedback from Missourians about road funding options. As promised, this week I will discuss the final two funding options, motor vehicle and driver’s license fees and changes to the open container law, in the first section of this week’s report... -
Capitol Report Oct. 5th, 2017
Posted Friday, October 6, 2017, at 8:52 AMAs mentioned over the last few weeks, the Chair of the Policy Development Caucus, Representative Jeff Messenger, has been touring the state gathering feedback from Missourians about road funding options. In a continuing effort to keep you informed, this week I will discuss two additional funding options, consumer price index on motor fuel and a general sales tax increase, in the first section of this week’s report... -
Capitol Report, Sept. 28, 2017
Posted Thursday, September 28, 2017, at 3:11 PMAs mentioned last week, the Chair of the Policy Development Caucus, Representative Jeff Messenger, has been touring the state gathering feedback from Missourians about road funding options. I am a part of this committee and expressed a few concerns about some of the suggested options, but Representative Messenger wanted to seek some true input from taxpayers about several different paths for funding... -
Capitol Report, Sept. 21, 2017
Posted Thursday, September 21, 2017, at 3:37 PMUnfortunately, misunderstanding is a part of politics. When this occurs, I believe it is best to step in front, and explain matters, which is how I will begin this Capitol Report... -
Capitol Report September 14th, 2017
Posted Thursday, September 14, 2017, at 3:33 PMAs mandated by the Missouri Constitution, the General Assembly met yesterday to consider bills that were passed by the House and Senate but vetoed by the governor. The annual Veto Session gives legislators a final opportunity to enact their ideas into law despite the governor’s objections. In both chambers, a two-thirds vote is required to override a veto. In the House that is equal to 109 votes. Twenty-three votes are needed in the Senate to successfully complete an override motion... -
Capitol Report September 7th, 2017
Posted Thursday, September 7, 2017, at 4:41 PMLast Tuesday, I was fortunate enough to attend the Missouri Innovation Center grand opening in Lee’s Summit. The new building represents another milestone illustrating the progress in STEM education and an accelerated, cost-saving pathway to a four-year college degree in our state... -
Capitol Report Aug. 31, 2017
Posted Thursday, August 31, 2017, at 3:51 PMLast Friday, I was fortunate enough to attend the W.C. Morris Science Building Renovation celebration and tour at the UCM campus in Warrensburg. University faculty, staff, and students joined the public and friends of the university in recognizing the accomplishments of those involved in the renovation and celebrating the newly remodeled spaces... -
Capitol Report August 24th, 2017
Posted Friday, August 25, 2017, at 9:40 AMWill Hooten is an Eagle Scout candidate who decided to build an informational kiosk for the Trails End Plaza on the Missouri State Fair Grounds. This trailhead which is part of the Katy Trail State Park System will be connected to the American Discovery Trail from coast to coast bringing visitors from around the country and the world... -
Capitol Report August 17th, 2017
Posted Thursday, August 17, 2017, at 3:47 PMI’m happy to report that the Missouri State Fair kicked off with record crowds over the opening weekend. The strong crowds have continued throughout the following days. Again, besides a very strong line up at the Grandstand, there are lots of exhibits, contests, displays, livestock shows, and many other events. You can look at the full schedule at http://www.mostatefair.com/. Come home and enjoy some Fair!... -
Capitol Report August 10, 2017
Posted Thursday, August 10, 2017, at 3:46 PMIn this week’s news, I’ve included a Missouri State Fair preview. It begins today. Also, there is a short summary of Missouri’s newest state budget that went into effect last month, and some law enforcement changes that will take effect because of the changes. More on these topics later in the report... -
Capitol Report August 3rd, 2017
Posted Friday, August 4, 2017, at 8:23 AMTax break alert! Remember, this weekend is a sales tax holiday. To help prepare for going back to school, Missouri has a three-day back-to-school tax holiday that exempts everything from school supplies to computers from sales tax. For more information, visit: http://dor.mo.gov/business/sales/taxholiday/school/... -
Capitol Report July 27, 2017
Posted Thursday, July 27, 2017, at 4:13 PMAfter several weeks, the Senate met Tuesday afternoon to take up and pass the House version of legislation what the governor has said made St. Louis an abortion sanctuary city. The bill took about four hours on Tuesday before 19 senators moved the previous question motion to go to a vote. The final vote went 22-9 in favor of the House Committee Substitute. More on this later in the first section of this week’s report... -
Capitol Report: July 20, 2017
Posted Friday, July 21, 2017, at 10:17 AMAs mentioned in last week’s report, the Missouri Department of Agriculture recently placed a temporary ban on the use of dicamba. The ban is now lifted... -
Capitol Report July 6th, 2017
Posted Friday, July 7, 2017, at 9:40 AMMany people ask me about the future of Missouri’s highways and roads. I’m glad to report that something is being done. Recently, the 21st Century Missouri Transportation System Task Force, which was created by HCR 47 that was passed during the recent legislative session, held its first meeting at the State Capitol. More on this Task Force below... -
Capitol Report: June 29th, 2017
Posted Thursday, June 29, 2017, at 3:00 PMRecently, some constituents have inquired about the latest changes to the MO Rx program, which is a program that helps seniors afford their medications by reducing drug costs by 50 percent. Therefore, much of this week’s report will focus on this topic... -
Capitol Report: June 22, 2017
Posted Friday, June 23, 2017, at 9:27 AMAfter several years of determination, “Old Drum” and “Jim the Wonder Dog” will finally become Missouri’s official state canines this Friday. SB 376, sponsored by Sen. Denny Hoskins, a bill which I handled in the House, was passed this last regular session. ... -
Capitol Report: June 15, 2017
Posted Friday, June 16, 2017, at 7:49 AMTuesday I traveled to the Lake of the Ozarks for the annual Lakeside with the Locators meeting hosted by the Missouri Economic Development Council. This annual event brings economic development professionals from across the state and the country to discuss Missouri’s business environment. ... -
Capitol Report: June 8, 2017
Posted Friday, June 9, 2017, at 3:47 PMThe Governor announced yesterday that lawmakers will once again return to Jefferson City to convene for an extraordinary, special session. The special session is set to begin Monday, June 12. This time the governor has called the House and Senate back to address several issues meant to “protect the lives of the innocent unborn and protect women's health.” Governor Greitens issued the call Wednesday for multiple pro-life issues he said the legislature needs to work to address immediately. ... -
Capitol Report: June 1, 2017
Posted Thursday, June 1, 2017, at 2:59 PM1Last week the Senate passed HB 1 to allow electric rate negotiations for a new aluminum plant operator at the old Noranda facility in the Bootheel. The bill is being sent through the final stages of processing in the legislature, and Governor Greitens is expected to sign the bill when it arrives in his office. Hopefully, this will help place at least 500 jobs in our state!... -
Capitol Report: May 25, 2017
Posted Friday, May 26, 2017, at 3:01 PMAs weekly readers, you know the Regular Legislative Session for 2017 ended on May 12. However, there was ongoing conversation about Governor Greitens calling a special session to accomplish some legislative topics that did not cross the finish line during the regular session. ...
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