Trish Gunby

Trish Gunby

Democratic Party

Prior offices

Missouri House of Representatives District 99

Successor: Ian Mackey

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 8, 2022

Education

Bachelor's

University of Tulsa, 1983

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Trish Gunby (Democratic Party) was a member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing District 99. She assumed office on January 8, 2020. She left office on January 4, 2023.

Gunby (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Missouri's 2nd Congressional District. She lost in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Gunby completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Trish Gunby earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Tulsa in 1983. Gunby's career experience includes working in marketing and project management at Citicorp Mortgage and Purina. She has been affiliated with the Parkway School District, her local Neighborhood Watch program, the St. Louis Area Voter Protection Coalition, the West County Community Action Network, Women’s Voices Raised for Social Justice, and with the Manchester United Methodist Church.

Committee assignments

Note: This membership information was last updated in September 2023. Ballotpedia completes biannual updates of committee membership. If you would like to send us an update, email us at: editor@ballotpedia.org.

2021-2022

Gunby was assigned to the following committees:

• Utilities Committee
• Veterans Committee
• House Ways and Means Committee
• House Economic Development Committee

Sponsored legislation

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Elections

2022

See also: Missouri's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Missouri District 2

Incumbent Ann Wagner defeated Trish Gunby and Bill Slantz in the general election for U.S. House Missouri District 2 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ann Wagner (R)	54.9	173,277
		Trish Gunby (D)	43.1	135,895
		Bill Slantz (L)	2.1	6,494

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 315,666
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2

Trish Gunby defeated Raymond Reed in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Trish Gunby	85.2	50,457
		Raymond Reed	14.8	8,741

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 59,198
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Ben Samuels (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2

Incumbent Ann Wagner defeated Tony Salvatore, Wesley Smith, and Paul Berry in the Republican primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ann Wagner	67.1	54,440
		Tony Salvatore	15.4	12,516
		Wesley Smith	9.0	7,317
		Paul Berry	8.5	6,888

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 81,161
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Bob Anders (R)

Libertarian primary election

Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2

Bill Slantz advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. House Missouri District 2 on August 2, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Bill Slantz	100.0	384

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 384
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2020

See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 99

Incumbent Trish Gunby defeated Lee Ann Pitman in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 99 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Trish Gunby (D)	51.0	10,637
	Submit photo	Lee Ann Pitman (R)	49.0	10,231

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 20,868
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 99

Incumbent Trish Gunby advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 99 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Trish Gunby	100.0	5,068

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 99

Lee Ann Pitman defeated Vince Moreland, Jr. in the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 99 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Lee Ann Pitman	82.4	2,218
	Submit photo	Vince Moreland, Jr.	17.6	475

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,693
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2019

See also: Missouri state legislative special elections, 2019

General election

Special general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 99

Trish Gunby defeated Lee Ann Pitman in the special general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 99 on November 5, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Trish Gunby (D)	54.0	3,357
	Submit photo	Lee Ann Pitman (R)	46.0	2,855

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 6,212
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2022

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Trish Gunby completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Gunby's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A mom, a Missourian, and a Democrat – in that order.

For over 25 years, I’ve been proud to call Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District my home. And for the past two years, I’ve been honored to represent Missouri’s 99th House District in Jefferson City.

Prior to serving at the State Capitol, I actively volunteered and served with advocacy groups within my church and community, working tirelessly on issues spanning LGBTQIA+ inclusion, racial justice, voting rights and more.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• After 10 years of Ann Wagner's absenteeism, I pledge to restore present and accountable leadership to MO-02.
• No American should have to choose between survival and crippling debt. It's time we treat healthcare like a human right.
• After the events of January 6, we must strengthen our democracy by rooting out dark money, extremists and voter suppression efforts from American politics.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Above all, I believe the obligation of a congressperson is to offer present and accountable leadership at home. Public service is too often a forgotten job for elected leaders who'd rather chase the limelight than provide top-notch constituent services. For nearly 10 years now, Rep. Ann Wagner has spent more time hobnobbing in D.C. than maintaining adequate offices and hosting town halls in MO-02. I will change that on Day 1.

Nationwide, I believe the foremost issue affecting Americans and their families is our corroded healthcare system. As the wife of a physician and the mother of a nurse, I've seen the toll inadequate infrastructure and soaring medical debt have taken on patients, firsthand. The first step in evening the playing field for all of us is to roll out a universal, proactive healthcare system that covers every American citizen, regardless of preexisting conditions.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to the young people in my region, and around the country, who have stepped forward and forced discussions on issues that previous generations have failed to address, e.g. gun violence, voting rights and the environment. Ultimately, these young activists will be most affected by the decisions we make today, and I admire their courage to advocate for themselves — and all of us, really.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I'm a doer and I have been for as long as I can remember. It's in my DNA. I don't need to be told to help, I just do the work necessary.

In 2019, my work ethic flipped my current state house seat. And in 2022, it's going to send Ann Wagner to an early retirement.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The primary responsibility for any public servant is simple: You've got to show up.

For nearly a decade now, Rep. Ann Wagner has played party politics in Washington D.C., cashing paychecks that her constituents fund, yet she has never once held an in-person town hall in the greater district.

As a state representative, I've taken my responsibility to report back to my constituents very seriously. After all, in these positions, the decisions we make tangibly affect people's wellbeing.

It would seem that Ann Wagner has no real interest in that sort of accountability, but I pledge to restore the trust that’s gone missing between Washington D.C. and MO-02.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

One of the 101 Dalmatians. What a fun home to grow up in!

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

I'd say that the greatest challenge facing our country is existential. Will the United States, and those sworn to defend it, be able to resist the dark forces conspiring against our democracy?

If the events of January 6, 2021 were any warning, we've entered a fearsome period of targeted misinformation, radicalization and international interference in our political discourse.

False "patriots" will continue to deny voters access to the ballot box, spread mistruths and cry wolf about the integrity of our elections. The rest of us must fight back.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Recently, a story cropped up in the St. Louis region about a young girl who bravely raised over six figures in donations to pay for her own lifesaving medical care. Now, while the generosity of my neighbors never fails to amaze me, no child should have to fund their own care because private insurance companies are allowed to view people as profit margins.

Ours is the richest country in the history of mankind, and the time has come to roll out a universal, proactive healthcare system that covers every American citizen, regardless of preexisting conditions, to free them from the grip of crippling medical debt.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Part of my campaign creed is that "I will compromise where I can and fight vigorously where I can’t."

So, what does that mean? Well, on one hand, the United States Congress represents wildly different people from vastly different regions. In that sense, it HAS to overcome our myriad differences if our government is ever to function properly.

But on the other hand, there are certain issues where compromise would drastically harm everyday people. When it comes to issues like abortion, strengthening social security and providing universal healthcare, I refuse to make trade-offs that harm the folks that need these procedures/programs most.

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Gunby's campaign website stated the following:

“	Protecting Your Right to Choose Even though a significant majority of Americans agree that abortion is health care, the Supreme Court’s disastrous decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health has permitted the government to surveil and police pregnancy. While I’m devastated at losing the agency I’ve had over my body for 50 years, I’m not in mourning—I’m fighting back. If we allow extremists to take away our bodily autonomy, everything else is on the table. It’s time to make some noise and demand Congress pass laws to keep politicians out of our exam rooms, once and for all. Pass the Women’s Health Protection Act, a federal law which will restore your right to choose and repeal Missouri’s barbaric “no exceptions” abortion ban Pass the Access to Birth Control Act to protect access to contraception and promote family planning Boost Title X funding for reproductive health programs in under-insured, low-income communities Strengthening Our Democracy At the heart of our democracy is your right to vote. That’s why I spent years fighting with West County Community Action Network (WE CAN) to obstruct the implementation of photo voter ID laws in Missouri. Unfortunately, the GOP has not relented in its attempts to deny voters their rightful voice in government. Paired with categorically false claims about election integrity, their efforts have unbalanced our democracy and spurred the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol. To restore trust in our institutions, we must restore access to the ballot – and remove extremists who’ve turned our elections into circuses. Pass the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to limit the influence of money in American politics and restore key provisions of the landmark Voting Rights Act (1965) Overturn the Supreme Court’s disastrous Citizens United ruling which opened the floodgates for corporate and dark money to hijack our democracy Expand options for early and mail-in voting Implement automatic voter registration Oppose voter suppression efforts that target lawful voters, like roll purges and mandatory photo ID Make Election Day a federal holiday Improving American Healthcare As the wife of a physician and the mother of a nurse, I’ve seen the toll this pandemic has taken, firsthand. But the gaps it’s exposed in the American healthcare system are nothing new. For generations, Americans have had their backs against the wall, scraping together funds for life-saving operations, chemotherapy and more through the generosity of their neighbors or platforms like GoFundMe. Now, the time has come to roll out a universal, proactive healthcare system that covers every American citizen, regardless of preexisting conditions, and frees them from the grip of greedy insurance companies and crippling medical debt. Enact a national, single-payer health insurance program that offers comprehensive medical coverage without premiums, deductibles, and surprise bills Lower the cost of life-saving drugs by allowing Medicare to negotiate with pharmaceutical companies and shortening the period in which drug makers have monopoly protections Treat mental health and addiction as illnesses, not crimes, and expand funding for counseling and rehabilitative services Putting Workers First If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that workers are worth more. For too long, we’ve taken the labor of the middle and working classes for granted while letting billionaires grow richer at their expense. Well, no more. As they did in the early 20th century, it’s time to empower labor unions to rebalance the playing field for the people that form our economy’s backbone. And in Washington D.C., we must break up monopolies and amend our tax code so that bloated corporations and the 1% have to pay their fair share like the rest of us. Support the fundamental dignity and self-determination of workers above all Stand beside organized labor in its efforts to strengthen the working classes and make workplaces safer Raise the federal minimum wage to $15/hr Institute and enforce antitrust laws that end monopoly control of industry and encourage fair market competition Fund universal childcare and paid family leave, so that parents can work and be present for their children Extend credit to small businesses in underserved communities to power organic job growth Building For The Future The decisions we make today most affect future generations. Thankfully, passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law means they won’t be left with crumbling bridges, roads and, housing to hold them back. Still, next-generation jobs will require even bolder American infrastructure initiatives that allow us to compete globally and heal our planet into the next century. By expanding investment in renewable energy and green technologies, the United States can do what it’s always done: Set the global standard for innovation. Become a global leader in green technologies and renewable energy production to reverse the effects of climate change and future-proof our economy Ensure the billions of “Build Back Better” dollars coming to Missouri are appropriated for the communities that need investment most Remove each and every lead pipe tainting the American water supply Invest in affordable housing initiatives as a pathway to intergenerational wealth Extend internet access to every American household Expand public transportation to revive the St. Louis region and connect communities Supporting Our Students The key to the American Dream is a quality public education. Yet despite having the highest hopes for our students, they often bear the burden of budget cuts, tuition hikes and, foolish political games. Disinvestment in public schools and dangerously lax gun laws have left an indelible mark on recent generations. But instead of asking our students to climb higher and farther to clear barriers to success, imagine what they could accomplish if we allowed them to focus on just one thing – being the best they can be. Strengthen public schools and universities to establish a cost-effective and high-quality education pipeline Address the cost of higher education and relieve the crippling debt burden it leaves behind Resist efforts by extremists to censor teachers’ lesson plans and schools’ reading materials Engage younger students with various trade and vocational programs to present a wider range of job opportunities after high school Fully fund universal preschool for all 3- and 4-year olds Support subsidized breakfast and lunch programs so that students can capably learn on a full stomach Securing Justice For All Back in 2018, before running for public office, I cut my teeth as the founder of a social justice ministry at my church. It was a grassroots effort that opened my eyes to the vastly different experiences Americans have based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, and more. But there was one common takeaway: This country doesn’t work the same way for all of us, and it’s our responsibility as devotees to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” to build a safer, fairer world for our neighbors. Ensure LGBTQIA+ individuals feel safe and secure in their homes, schools, workplaces and communities Ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) Reimagine our approach to criminal justice through national standards for policing and use-of-force, to create more effective and accountable law enforcement Pursue rehabilitative prison reforms, to reduce recidivism and encourage reintegration into society Abolish the death penalty, which disproportionately affects low-income and minority offenders Legalize cannabis and expunge the records of those previously charged with related offenses. Support a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers and undocumented people, to strengthen the American economy and keep families intact Support the rights and autonomy of people with disabilities by reinforcing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and enforcing the ruling in Olmstead Ending Mass Shootings When I first put my son on a school bus in 1998, I couldn't have fathomed the tragedies his generation would endure. Now, parents are conditioned to fear for their student’s life with every midday news bulletin, and active shooter trainings have become as commonplace as fire drills. It is a moral and legislative failure that we have allowed gun violence to become the number one cause of death for American children. But while it’s too late to bring back the innocent victims of Sandy Hook, Stoneman Douglas, and Uvalde, we can prevent the next attack by building on the recently passed bipartisan gun safety bill. Expand background checks to cover sales made in-person or online through any retailer, reseller, or gun show vendor Ban the manufacture, possession, and sale of untraceable “ghost” guns and non-sporting assault weapons designed for military warfare Encourage safe weapons storage through tax incentives for gun safes, ammunition cases, etc. Create a national “Active Shooter Alert” system to limit damage to communities End the gun lobby’s civil immunity from lawsuits brought by survivors and the families of victims of gun violence	”
—Trish Gunby's campaign website (2022)

2020

Trish Gunby did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

2019

Ballotpedia biographical submission form

The candidate completed Ballotpedia's biographical information submission form:

“	What is your political philosophy? I’ve been a 99th District resident for 25 years, serving as an active citizen and mother who’s known for studying issues and collaborating to solve problems with those who do and do not share my perspective. My involvement has given me a front-row seat to question legislators and uncover the ways voters’ voices and votes are being disregarded. I have decided I can no longer sit two hours away from Jefferson City and watch as the state’s democratic process is dismantled. It’s time to restore representation for all Missourians!	”
—Trish Gunby

Trish Gunby completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Gunby's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

#1 Honor voters by ensuring their votes are upheld and work to make voting more accessible to all.

1. 2 Protect individuals' rights when it comes to healthcare and relationship decisions.
   
2. 3 Advance ideals that elevate the state of MO as forward-thinking when it comes to education, economic development and the reduction of gun violence.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Voting. It's the great equalizer and all should have the same access.

Individual rights. All citizens should have access to healthcare and be able to have a choice in their healthcare decisions. For LGBTQ persons, these rights include passing the MO Nondiscrimination Act.

Moving MO into the 21st Century. Education is underfunded, infrastructure needs are not being addressed, a woman's right to choose is under attack, racial issues continue to plague the region, gun violence is on the rise and economic development is stalled. All these issues must be dealt with in a manner that moves the state forward not backwards as recently demonstrated by the current legislature.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to the young persons in my region and around the country who have stepped forward and forced discussions on issues that many adults continue to debate like gun violence, voting rights and the environment. These young persons will be most affected by decisions we make today and their voices need to be heard.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

There's not any one thing I can point to, however, I would suggest that one should tackle an issue on all fronts. As an example, racial segregation is one of the biggest if not the biggest issue affecting the St. Louis region. I started studying this issue during the Ferguson uprising not realizing I had not been taught the complete truth in my history classes. I read books, attended lectures and workshops, watched movies and videos, joined groups and tried to learn all I could on the issue to find a way forward. Eventually, one has to quit being the student and has to do the work to force dialogue and change. That's where I am now. In a position to be a change-maker.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Having a steady, moral compass.

Being willing to engage all parties in the discussion.
Making oneself accessible.
Possessing a willingness and desire to do the work necessary.

Always willing to learn more about the topic(s) being discussed.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I'm a doer and I have been for as long as I can remember. It's in my DNA. I sense a problem or desire change and I go after it. I don't need to be told to help, I just do the work necessary. I can work solely or in a group and I will work until a satisfactory result is achieved.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Showing up to one's committee meetings, at hearings and on the floor for votes.

Making oneself available to staff, colleagues, constituents and interested parties when necessary.
Sharing information with constituents and inviting input on issues.

Looking for unique ways to solve problems and engaging others in the process.

What legacy would you like to leave?

My personal legacy is not important. What's important is the legislation that will be left behind making MO the best it can be. MO can be a state where people want to stay and raise their families, where industries want to locate their employees and where others want to visit.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Two things come to mind when I was in upper elementary school -- writing letters to POWs and MIAs during the Vietnam War and watching the Watergate proceedings on TV. I was 12 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Unofficially, babysitting. I started sitting when I was 12 and continued into college. I first made 75 cents an hour. Officially, I worked at Burger Chef all through high school as a hostess and cashier.

What happened on your most awkward date?

Nothing outrageous, but went on a blind date and there really wasn't a connection. Nice person, just not the right person for me.

What is your favorite holiday? Why?

I would have to say Thanksgiving because family is together and it's all about the food!

What is your favorite book? Why?

"When Bad Things Happen to Good People" by Harold Kushner. I read it in college and it made me realize sometimes things just happen. As humans we want an answer, a reason. Sometimes there just isn't one.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

One of the 101 dalmatians. What a fun home to grow up in!

What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?

Our screened-in porch. Lots of great memories hosting family get-togethers and friends. And I love reading the paper and having my coffee out there.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"Uptown Funk"

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Struggle is probably too strong a word for my example. I would say that I have trouble committing to a consistent exercise routine. I know people who have struggled with certain issues, and thankfully, I really have not.

Every state besides Nebraska has two legislative chambers. What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?

Purely on the surface, the numbers: 34 Senators and 163 Reps.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Not necessarily. I do think most who run have an interest in politics. I majored in political science in college and have always followed politics.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

Creating a work environment that draws people to the state and keeps residents in the state. Now, many of our brightest are moving to Denver, Dallas, Chicago and Nashville where opportunities are more available.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?

A relationship that maintains a continuing dialogue.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Absolutely. One must understand where colleagues are coming from in terms of their decision-making to know how to approach issues. I don't believe you can work in a silo at any occupation.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

The one Missourians voted on in 2018 that decided a non-partisan official would draw district maps.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Elections and Elected Officials, Health and Mental Health Policy, Crime Prevention and Public Safety, Children and Families, Conservation and Natural Resources

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Jean Carnahan

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Not at this time.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

I knocked on the door of an elderly woman who was confined to her home and afraid she'd have to leave. Her neighbors were watching over her and she held my hand as she told me how scared she was. That moment will stay with me forever.

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Preceded by -	Missouri House of Representatives District 99 2020-2023	Succeeded by Ian Mackey (D)

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Missouri's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Josh Hawley (R)

Eric Schmitt (R)

Representatives

District 1

Wesley Bell (D)

District 2

Ann Wagner (R)

District 3

Bob Onder (R)

District 4

Mark Alford (R)

District 5

Emanuel Cleaver (D)

District 6

Sam Graves (R)

District 7

Eric Burlison (R)

District 8

Jason Smith (R)

Republican Party (8)

Democratic Party (2)