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State Representative, District 113

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    Phil Amato
    (Rep)

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    Ashley Drury
    (Dem)

Biographical Information

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about and why?

What is your top priority for legislative action in 2027? Briefly discuss how you would address this priority.

Campaign Website http://amatoforjeffco.com
Age 72
Public elected offices held State representative, District 113, 2022-present
Incumbent? Yes
I pride myself in being a problem solver. I have concentrated especially on protecting property rights by passing the "squatters bill" and getting passed in the House the "keeping crooks from stealing your house" bill.
Getting the "keeping crooks from stealing your house" bill passed in both houses. Getting the "making adoption easier out of foster care" bill passed by the Senate this next session. The artificial intelligence legislation that is a model for the country. The food pantry tax credit bill.
Campaign Website http://druryformo.com
Campaign Email druryformo@gmail.com
Age 37
Public elected offices held None
Highest post-secondary educ M.S., Lindenwood University, human resources management
Incumbent? No
Occupation Substitute teacher
I am passionate about our public school system and ensuring that it is fully funded and supported. I believe that accessible, quality education is the key to building our communities and ensuring the future of not only our kids, but our state as a whole.
My top priority is addressing rising costs in Missouri. I would focus on areas where state government can make a real difference, like making housing more accessible, expanding childcare, investing in good jobs and making sure taxpayer money is used wisely.