Thirty-nine representatives have accepted more than $1,000 in lobbyists' gifts in 2009

As a prelude to the upcoming Turner Report Hall of Shame for the Missouri House of Representatives, I note that 39 representatives have already accepted more than $1,000 worth of lobbyists gifts during the first six months of 2009.

Sadly, that number should increase by four or five once July reports are posted.

Eighteen have already surpassed the $2,000 mark.