Missouri Gov. Parson declares State of Emergency due to civil unrest

Missouri Governor Mike Parson Monday, June 1, signed Executive Order 20-11 to
declare that a State of
Emergency exists in Missouri due to civil unrest. The Missouri
National Guard and the Missouri
Highway Patrol stand ready
to support local authorities.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of George Floyd. We are also saddened by the acts of violence
that have transpired across our nation and state in response to
this event. At this time, we
are taking a proactive approach to protect Missouri and its people,” Parson said.
Despite the many peaceful assemblies, there are other events occurring throughout Missouri that have created conditions of distress and hazards to the safety, welfare, and
property of residents and visitors in our communities that are beyond the capacities of local authorities.
“Violence and destruction are not the answers,” Parson said. “I support those who are calling for justice and peace. However, a small element has seized on these peaceful demonstrations to commit violent acts that endanger the lives
of citizens and bring destruction to our communities. This violence not only threatens public safety and destroys economic opportunity; it drowns out the voices of the peaceful demonstrators calling for justice
and working to improve our nation.”
The executive order calls
the Adjutant General of the state of Missouri, Steve Danner, to call and order into active service portions of the National Guard as he deems necessary to aid the executive officials of
Missouri to protect life and property.
It is further ordered and
directed that the Adjutant General and the command-ing
officer of any unit or other organization of the National Guard,
to take action and employ equipment as may be
necessary in support of civilian authorities and provide such
assistance as may be
authorized and directed by
Parson.