Rep. Steven Roberts, St. Louis Legislator - Recent Sponsorship of HB 2218

Rep. Steven Roberts Jr. – a state legislator who represents portions of St. Louis City – works hard to advocate for positive change and solutions that benefit people throughout Missouri. 

During the 2018 Session of the Missouri State Assembly, Roberts sponsored a number of bills he believed to be in the best interests of his constituents and his fellow citizens – including a bill that eliminates the death penalty.

The bill in question – HB 2218 – would not only repeal all provisions that allow courts to issue the death penalty as punishment, but would also require courts to change the sentencing on anyone currently facing the death penalty (those sentenced prior to August 28, 2018). HB 2218 was similar to proposed 2017 legislation (HB 135).

As Rep. Steven Roberts of St. Louis knows, HB 2218 was referred to the House Committee on Crime Prevention and Safety near the end of the 2018 legislative session. 

Rep. Steven Roberts, St. Louis Legislator - The Death With Dignity Act

Rep. Steven Roberts Jr.  of St. Louis works hard to do what’s best for the people of his district – and for residents throughout the state of Missouri. 

First elected in 2016, Roberts strives to advocate for and sponsor legislation that not only address important issues affecting his constituents, but that also provides real, lasting solutions for all Missourians.

This includes his recent sponsorship of HB 1319 – a bill that, if passed, would establish the “Missouri Death With Dignity Act.” 

As Rep. Steven Roberts Jr. knows, the Death With Dignity Act provides qualified adults both throughout St. Louis and across the state the opportunity to obtain medication that would end his or her life – given, of course, that the patients in question are Missouri residents, are capable, are coping with a terminal disease and are making a voluntary request to die.

The last action taken on HB 1319 was a referral to the House Health and Mental Health Committee near the end of the 2018 Session.

Rep Steven Roberts St Louis - Better Understanding Existing Gun Laws

Rep Steven Roberts St Louis has long been a proponent of common-sense gun laws – those essential not only to preventing gun accidents in the home, but also in terms of tackling and eliminating gun violence and gun-related deaths currently affecting families and communities across the country.

An advocate of common-sense gun regulation, Rep. Roberts knows how important it is to know and adhere to existing national gun laws. Some of the basic gun laws now in effect include:

·     Minimum age requirements. Individuals must be 18 years of age to purchase rifles, shotguns and ammunition anywhere in the United States. States are unable to lower these minimum requirements. 

·    Controlled substance convictions. Anyone who has been convicted of a controlled substance violation may not purchase a firearm for one year.

·    State restrictions. Many states have different laws when it comes to carrying and operating firearms, though these can not come into conflict with existing federal regulations.

Rep Steven Roberts St Louis is a former prosecutor and first-term state house representative. He was elected to represent the 77^th District in November of 2016. 

Missouri State Rep. Steven Roberts Jr.: Reasons for Expanding Medicaid

Missouri State Rep. Steven Roberts Jr. is committed to improving lives and building stronger communities. A state representative since 2017, Roberts looks not only to be a voice for the most vulnerable, but also to advocate for change and policies that can make life safer, healthier and a little brighter for the people of his state and his district.

Rep Steven Roberts St Louis is a strong supporter of expanding Medicaid – a program he believes can:

·         Have a positive economic impact on the state of Missouri, providing an infusion of federal funds that can lead to future job creation.

·         Give hospitals and healthcare providers the financial support they need to continue providing the best care possible.

·         Offer workers the preventative care and support they need to stay healthy and productive.

Missouri State Rep. Steven Roberts Jr. is a passionate public servant and leader in the local community. He is now in his first term as representative of the 77^th District – an area that covers parts of St. Louis from the riverside to the central corridor.

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