Missouri Independent

Health care professionals and parents of transgender youth are raising concerns about use of private medical records in the statewide probe

With GOP leaders barring amendments to a 153-page education bill approved by the Senate earlier this year, the House mustered just enough votes Thursday to pass the wide-ranging education bill that includes money to boost teacher salaries.

A group is demanding an investigation of facilities accused of abuse, like Agape School in Stockton, Circle of Hope in Humansville and Kanakuk Kamps in Branson.

Opponents worry drag would be banned from some areas.

Spending plan focuses on ongoing state programs with increases for teachers, child care and state employee pay.

Supporters believe they have momentum, though GOP infighting in the Senate could doom their chances.