State Representative, District 114
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Jessie Shepherd
(Dem)
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.
Age
46
Highest post-secondary educ
A.A.S., St. Louis Community College, deaf communication studies
Occupation
Disability support and advocacy
Due to my line of work, I will always be most passionate about disability rights. Every day I see gaps in the system that create hardships for people with disabilities. Once I begin working in Jefferson City, my ability to notice and find solutions for unintentional negative consequences of legislation will be beneficial when looking at policy that affects all Missourians.
Keeping the public involved in public policy. Our state has ignored or overturned the will of the voters repeatedly over the last two decades. From attempts to gut the citizens petition process to announcing hearings on short notice, our Legislature has tried to cut people out of government as much as possible. I will always use my position to ensure the people are heard.
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