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Missouri AG Leads 15 States Supporting Uniform Herbicide Labeling

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway led a 15-state coalition in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court supporting uniform labeling requirements for herbicides like glyphosate. The brief argues against state-specific mandates that could disrupt supply chains and harm farmers.

Missouri AG Secures Civil Commitment of Sexually Violent Predator

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced the civil commitment of Dwaine Paige, a sexually violent predator, following a jury trial. Paige will be committed to the Department of Mental Health for control, care, and treatment due to his history of violent and sexual offenses and a diagnosed mental abnormality.

Missouri AG Defends Redistricting Map Against Challenge

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced a victory in Jackson County, where the court upheld the Missouri FIRST Map against a constitutional challenge. The ruling rejected claims that the map violated compactness and equal population requirements, affirming the General Assembly's authority in redistricting.

Missouri AG Leads 21 States Supporting Election Integrity Laws at SCOTUS

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway led a coalition of 21 states in an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court. The brief supports overturning a federal appellate court ruling that struck down a Pennsylvania law requiring voters to date mail-in ballots, arguing it upholds election integrity.

Missouri AG Files Felony Charges for Illegal Gaming Devices

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced felony charges against a Greene County business owner for operating 12 illegal slot machines. The Attorney General's Office also filed a civil action seeking an injunction against the business, Briarwood One Stop, and its managing officer, Himanshu Patel.