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Tuesday, June 11, 2013  The bill would cut Missouri's income tax rate for the first time in more than 90 years.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Legislation awaiting action by Gov. Jay Nixon seeks to comply with federal mandates for Missouri's unemployment benefits system.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon said he is prepared to lay off workers and curtail motor vehicle services in the Revenue Department in response to a legislative move to withhold funding.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon made more than $200,000 profit on his inaugural celebration and plans to keep the surplus money in his political committee.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon is imploring Missouri residents to lobby their lawmakers in a final push to expand Medicaid coverage for lower-income adults.

Saturday, March 30, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon and First Lady Georganne Nixon welcomed children with special needs for an Easter celebration this morning in the Capitol Rotunda.

Saturday, March 30, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon and Missouri National Guard Major General Stephen Danner presented each of the veterans with a special medal, coin and a certificate for their courage and sacrifice.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon has announced $1.2 billion in trade agreements to sell Missouri products to South Korea over the next four years.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon adamantly opposes a plan backed by the Missouri Senate to shift part of the tax burden from income to sales.

Sunday, February 10, 2013  FULTON, Mo. (AP) -- Missouri mental health officials are hoping a possible state bonding package could permit construction of a new facility at the Fulton State Hospital.

Sunday, January 13, 2013  Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon could get a second chance to fulfill a pledge from his first campaign when he is sworn in to office again Monday.

Friday, January 11, 2013  Inauguration day in Missouri is on Monday, January 14.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Governor Nixon hosted a prayer breakfast that drew about 750 people Thursday morning.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Gov. Jay Nixon has named three people to the commission responsible for overseeing the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  Gov. Jay Nixon previously has called the idea a backward step