You're listening to Total Information AM with Debbie Monterey and Meghan Lynch. In this segment, they reflect on the recently concluded Missouri legislative session and discuss future priorities with their guest, Representative Peter Merideth, a Democrat representing St. Louis City. Representative Meredith shares his experiences during the legislative break and highlights some positive outcomes from the session.

They delve into the bipartisan nature of many bills that passed the House, such as addressing the cliff effect of benefits and expanding early childhood education. They also touch on important issues like postpartum care, Medicaid coverage, and the significance of investing in early childhood education and childcare. Despite these achievements, they acknowledge that there is still work to be done to ensure adequate support for families and childcare providers.

The conversation then shifts to gun legislation, where they discuss the lack of progress and the failure to enact common-sense gun laws. Representative Meredith expresses his disappointment and highlights the need for bipartisan support to make communities safer.

The topic of legalized sports betting is explored, with a focus on the economic benefits and concerns raised by different groups. They discuss the need for regulation and the potential growth of the film and music industry through tax incentives, aiming to bring more film projects and jobs to Missouri.

Closing the episode, Representative Meredith shares his legislative priorities for the upcoming session, emphasizing the urgency of addressing gun violence, improving mental health services, and providing better compensation for teachers.