Submitted by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor

Jefferson City, Missouri - This coming Sunday is a very important day is most people’s lives. Father’s Day is a day that we celebrate the men in our lives that have made a huge impact. They don’t have to be our fathers; many celebrate uncles, grandfathers, etc., any man who has made a significant impact on our lives. Father’s Day started in 1908 in the state of Washington. It was celebrated on the third Sunday in June, because others in states like Virginia didn’t have the appropriate time to get ready for the June 5th celebration in Washington. That is why Father’s Day is still celebrated on the 3rd Sunday in June. This holiday was not official until 1972 when a Congressional Act officially recognized the 3rd Sunday as the date. This week tell all the men in your lives thank you for the great job that they have done in your life, whether you are a kid, parent or grandparent enjoy the day!

As always, it is an honor to serve you in the Missouri House. If you would like to discuss any issue, please call 573-751-3629. You can also email me at kent.hampton@house.mo.gov . I look forward to hearing from you.