Laws that require age verification to access certain websites and allow armed rangers in public schools, among others passed during Missouri's most recent legislative session, go into effect later this week.
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According to the most recent communicable disease report from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, there have been at least 2,152 cases of the parasite in the state.
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The changes go into effect on August 28 — three days after many public schools resume class for the new year.
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