The vote was 105-51. Women in the Missouri legislature are now required to wear a jacket, such as a blazer or a cardigan. A Republican female legislator, Ann Kelley, introduced the bill. She said it would help ensure professionalism. When Democratic women questioned the bill, Kelley said, “Why should we talk about something like this? It is absolutely ridiculous.”
Democrat Ashley Aune, a Democrat, replied, “You brought this to the floor, lady. You tell me.”
Men were already required to wear a jacket, shirt, and tie. Hoodies and shorts are out.
Info for this post is from Eduardo Medina, “Women in Missouri’s Legislature Are Now Required to Wear a Blazer," New York Times, (Jan. 16, 2023), p. A13.
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