At the State Capitol

MNEA members are represented at our nation's Capitol by the National Education Association. Missouri NEA Government Relations keeps you posted about the politics and legislation affecting Missouri public schools, students, education support professionals, and teachers at the state level. 

To review MNEA’s position on issues, check out MNEA's Resolutions.  

Director of Legislative Policy Otto Fajen (otto.fajen@mnea.org) is a constant presence at the Capitol during Legislative Session as the bills are announced and the votes are tallied. MNEA keeps you informed of the action via Legislative Update.

Director of Campaigns & Elections Elizabeth Zerr (elizabeth.zerr@mnea.org) leads the MNEA Educator Advocates Program and MNEA-PAC Council, which is a non-partisan governing body within MNEA that evaluates and recommends candidates based on their agenda for public education.

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Join the Hook Center for Educational Leadership & District Renewal and legislative experts for a timely mid-session check-in on the 2026 Missouri legislative session. The conversation will highlight...
By Otto Fajen, Director of Legislative Policy CAPITOL ACTION DAYS Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. MNEA's Capitol Action Days...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA Director of Legislative Policy HOUSE PASSES GIFTED TESTING BILL The House finally passed HB 1757 (Brenda Shields) on February 9. The bill now proceeds to the Senate for its...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA Director of Legislative Policy CAPITOL ACTION DAYS BEGIN! Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. MNEA's Capitol...
By Otto Fajen, Director of Legislative Policy CAPITOL ACTION DAYS BEGIN! Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. MNEA's Capitol Action...