Bennie Cook
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82
Bills sponsored
this session · 180 all-time
8
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 51 all-time
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Enacted into law
counting…
238
Recorded votes
97%
Vote participation
voted in 97% of 238 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
261 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
96.5%
based on 230 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
3.5%
based on 230 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
97%
based on 230 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
180 billsCurrent session 82 bills
- HJR 192 APPROPRIATION OF STATE FUNDS In Committee
- HJR 191 JOINT COMMITTEE ON CONSERVATION OVERSIGHT In Committee
- HJR 170 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION In Committee
- HJR 124 SHERIFFS To Executive
- HB 3535 PEACE OFFICER DUTIES OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF DFS To Executive
- HB 3516 THE DESIGNATION OF A MEMORIAL HIGHWAY In Committee
- HB 3499 DUTIES OF A PHARMACIST In Committee
- HB 3498 PERSONS ON PROBATION AND PAROLE In Committee
- HB 3408 MISSOURI ROCK ISLAND TRAIL COMMUNITIES To Executive
- HB 3407 COWBELL CAPITAL OF MISSOURI To Executive
- HB 3355 THE OFFENSE OF IMPEDING A FIRST RESPONDER In Committee
- HB 3245 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFITS In Committee
- HB 3155 CRIMINAL OFFENSES To Executive
- HB 3154 CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS To Executive
- HB 3081 JURISDICTION OVER MISSOURI LAND In Committee
- HB 3038 INVESTIGATION OF ABUSE OR NEGLECT OF CERTAIN ADULTS To Executive
- HB 3033 RENAMING OF A ROADWAY In Committee
- HB 3032 WORKERS' COMPENSATION In Committee
- HB 3008 PRACTICE OF PHARMACY In Committee
- HB 2881 LOCATION RESTRICTIONS FOR CERTAIN OFFENDERS In Committee
- HB 2880 MINIMUM PRISON TERMS In Committee
- HB 2378 PEACE OFFICER DUTIES In Committee
- HB 2377 MENTAL CAPACITY TO BE TRIED OR CONVICTED In Committee
- HB 2279 COST-SHARING UNDER HEALTH BENEFIT PLANS To Executive
- HB 2278 STATEWIDE ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATIONS To Executive
Historical 98 bills
- HB 1561 Modifies provisions relating to certified registered nurse anesthetists Died
- HB 2907 Modifies provisions relating to self-defense Died
- HB 2627 Modifies provisions relating to community paramedic services Died
- HB 1560 Prohibits temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefit cards from being used at ATMs or to access cash, and limits the items that may be purchased with TANF benefits Died
- HB 1952 Creates provisions relating to peer review committees Died
- HB 2378 Provides that the State Board of Education shall be responsible for handling appeals of decisions made by statewide activities associations Died
- HJR 83 Proposes a constitutional amendment that modifies provisions relating to transportation funding Died
- HB 313 Modifies provisions relating to the state advisory council on emergency medical services Died
- HB 1137 Modifies jurisdiction over certain Missouri land Died
- HB 315 Prohibits temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) benefit cards from being used at ATMs or to access cash, and limits the items that may be purchased with TANF benefits Died
- HB 1374 Modifies provisions relating to self-defense Died
- HB 1378 Modifies provisions relating to retirement for certain judges Died
- HB 840 Creates provisions relating to payments for prescription drugs Died
- HB 624 Modifies guidelines for student participation in athletic contests organized by sex Died
- HB 1311 Modifies provisions relating to limits on selling or purchasing certain drugs Died
- HB 1201 Modifies provisions relating to limits on selling or purchasing certain drugs Failed
- HB 311 Modifies provisions relating to certain privileged information Died
- HB 831 Modifies provisions relating to the administration of controlled substances by nurses Died
- HB 1577 Repeals provisions relating to paid sick leave and minimum wage increases and reinstates previous minimum wage provisions Died
- HB 1422 Bans pesticides and pesticide ingredients that were made in China Died
- HB 1445 Removes the expiration date for the RX cares for Missouri program Died
- HB 623 Creates provisions relating to awareness of certain pediatric disorders Died
- HJR 101 Proposes a constitutional amendment establishing a joint committee on conservation oversight Died
- HB 1202 Modifies provisions relating to conditions of bail Died
- HB 1297 Establishes the offense of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder Died
Co-sponsored
51 billsCurrent session 8 bills
- HB 2588 Establishes the "Missouri Disabled Veterans Homestead Tax Credit Act", authorizing counties to adopt a real property tax credit for certain disabled veterans who own a homestead In Committee
- HB 2559 Requires the general assembly to approve proposed administrative rules Passed
- HB 2176 Modifies provisions relating to public safety In Committee
- HB 3105 Modifies provisions regarding the rights of firearms owners In Committee
- HB 1855 Creates provisions relating to disease surveillance conducted by the department of health and senior services Passed
- HJR 119 Proposes a constitutional amendment changing how judges are selected to certain courts In Committee
- HJR 115 Proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing a disabled veteran homestead exemption Passed
- HJR 153 Proposes a constitutional amendment changing various provisions relating to judges In Committee
Historical 43 bills
- HB 1692 Modifies and creates offenses involving arrests, stops, and detentions Died
- HB 2896 Establishes an alternative remedy to remove persons who are unlawfully occupying a residential dwelling and establishes the offense of criminal mischief Died
- HB 2634 Modifies provisions relating to public funding of abortion facilities and affiliates and provisions relating to MO HealthNet providers Signed
- HB 2418 Modifies provisions related to an income tax deduction for certain farmers Died
- HJR 75 Proposes an amendment to the Constitution of Missouri relating to property tax exemptions Died
- HB 1148 Creates provisions relating to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Died
- HB 1175 Reestablishes the Second Amendment Preservation Act Died
- HJR 73 Proposes a constitutional amendment that establishes provisions relating to reproductive health care Signed
- HB 810 Designates the "Lloyd Memorial Highway" in Newton County Signed
- HB 664 Requires the general assembly to approve proposed administrative rules Died
- HB 1193 Allows the general assembly, the house, and the senate to employ capitol security officers Died
- HB 2082 Creates provisions relating to health care benefits provided by certain organizations Died
- HB 1495 Tasks the Missouri veterans commission with expanding its efforts to prevent veteran suicide Signed
- HB 2267 Creates provisions relating to insurance coverage of pharmacy services Died
- HB 1955 Modifies and creates new provisions related to the regulation and treatment of certain state financial instruments Died
- HCR 30 Expresses support for Israel and recognition of its special relationship with the United States Died
- HB 183 Establishes guidelines for student participation in athletic contests organized by sex Died
- HR 1232 Expresses sympathy for the death of Detective Sergeant Mason Griffith Died
- HB 419 Creates provisions relating to gender transition procedures Died
- HR 3658 Urges certain actions to respond to Russia's attack on Ukraine Died
- HB 2209 Changes the law regarding fees by prohibiting fees for parking on public streets or roads Died
- HJR 134 Proposes a constitutional amendment to modify provisions relating to the appropriation of certain state funds Died
- HB 1555 Modifies provisions relating to the scope of practice for physical therapists Died
- HB 2116 Creates provisions relating to visitation rights of patients Signed
- HB 2462 Designates several health-related awareness holidays Died
Voting record
Current session 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
|
HJR 169
STATE REVENUE
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HJR 154
MO HEALTHNET
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 3239
ADULT EDUCATION
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 3239
ADULT EDUCATION
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 3146
BALLOT SUMMARY STATEMENTS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2989
GAMING
House: Third Reading |
Nay | fail | — |
|
HB 2974
LICENSURE RECIPROCITY
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2872
LITERACY OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
House: Third Reading (3) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2872
LITERACY OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2872
LITERACY OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2818
ANNEXATION PROCEDURES FOR CITIES
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2760
HOUSES OF WORSHIP
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2760
HOUSES OF WORSHIP
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2748
PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS
House: Third Reading (2) |
Nay | pass | — |
|
HB 2748
PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2742
THE CARELESS OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2641
CANNABIS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2636
MORTGAGE MODIFICATIONS
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2636
MORTGAGE MODIFICATIONS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2596
HEALTH BENEFIT PLANS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2593
MILITARY AFFAIRS
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2593
MILITARY AFFAIRS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2591
LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2536
WOMEN'S PROTECTION
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2508
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2426
PARENTAL RIGHTS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2423
DIVISION OF FINANCE
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2397
PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY DISTRICTS
House: Third Reading |
Not Voting | pass | — |
|
HB 2384
APPLICATIONS FOR PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2375
WORKERS' COMPENSATION
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2372
HEALTH CARE
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2292
REPORTING OF ABUSE AND NEGLECT
House: Third Reading |
Not Voting | pass | — |
|
HB 2180
MAIL SENT BY STATE DEPARTMENTS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2167
EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2167
EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2061
PROHIBITING ANTISEMITIC ACTIONS
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2020
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2019
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2018
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2014
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2013
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2012
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2012
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2011
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Nay | fail | — |
|
HB 2010
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading (2) |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2010
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2009
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2008
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2007
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |
|
HB 2005
APPROPRIATIONS BILL
House: Third Reading |
Yea | pass | — |