MSPD Is Taking Major Steps Forward with Our FY2027 Budget
An update from Matthew Crowell, the Director of Missouri State Public Defender: The FY2027 state budget, signed by Governor Kehoe on June 30, delivers several major investments that will strengthen public defense in Missouri and improve outcomes for the clients we serve. This year’s budget provides $5 million for salary adjustments moving towards pay parity. This increase allows MSPD to offer a new…