Monday Catchup

Governor Jay Nixon signed State Treasurer Clint Zweifel's legislation to allow the state to maximize its investments and help Missouri businesses get low interest loans. 

AG Chris Koster launched an initiative to halt puppy mills in their tracks. 

An interim legislative committee began regional meetings on how to draw down more federal dollars through competitive grants.

Roy Blunt locked down the endorsement of the inside-the-beltway NRSC.

According to the Department of Economic Development, jobs most in demand in the state are:  Nursing, Healthcare Attendants, Child Caregivers, Hospitality workers and Food Service workers.