Rep. Genise Montecillo, D-St. Louis, who became teary-eyed after Blecha testimony, said she couldn’t understand how someone from MO Family Network could speak against this bill and was appalled that Kerry decided to speak in opposition.
Rep. Genise Montecillo, D-St. Louis, said it is hard for teachers to do their jobs when they are constantly under attack. A former teacher, Montecillo also said the bill is going to create a competitive environment that is not good for teaching.
Rep. Genise Montecillo, D-St. Louis, said that the provisional ballots are not real ballots. Provisional ballots are not counted toward an election until election authorities determine their validity. In the case of federal elections, this can mean the votes are not counted until after a state has been called for a candidate.
Sponsor Rep. Casey Guernsey, R-Bethany, said the bill will help prevent fraud, but Rep. Genise Montecillo, D-St. Louis County, said it is unfair to those using EBT cards in those places strictly for food.