Rep. Elect Bennie Cook Gets Head Start on 2021 Legislative Session

State Representative Elect Bennie Cook, R-Houston, received an introductory course on the legislative process as part of a new member orientation held at the Missouri State Capitol recently. Cook was part of a group of more than 50 new House members who participated in the week-long orientation program that ran from November 16 to November 20.  

 

During the orientation, newly-elected members were educated on a wide range of topics related to their upcoming duties as state representatives. They attended informational sessions regarding the legislative process, the rules of the house, and proper floor motions and decorum. Members also were briefed on topics such as services provided by House staff as well as general administrative issues associated with maintaining an office. In addition, the members elect participated in mock committee hearings as well as a mock legislative session.

 

“I have a better understanding of the process and what awaits me when session begins in January,” said Rep. Elect Cook. “I am ready to go to work for the people of the 142nd district.” 

 

Rep. Elect Bennie Cook represents House District 142, which consists of Texas, Howell, Phelps, and Pulaski Counties. He will officially begin his first term in the Missouri House when the 101st General Assembly convenes January 6.