The Public Policy Committee (PPC) is made up of 15 people appointed by the Board of Directors (Missouri Bishops).

These members represent each of the four dioceses in Missouri. The number of representatives from each diocese reflects its Catholic population. Each member serves a three-year term and is required to attend near-monthly meetings. Those appointed have diverse areas of expertise in areas including education, health, social welfare, government relations, policy analysis, and formation. The role of the PPC is to provide expertise/experience in reviewing pending legislation, and mobilize Catholics for legislative action. The PPC also serves as an advisory body to the Board of Directors on legislation.

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Deacon Chris Ast

Jill Burkett

Shawna DuBois

Deacon Patrick McCruden

Mark Mueller

Deacon Jorge Perez

Deacon Pat Waldschmidt

Diocese of Kansas City-
St. Joseph

Craig Dennis

Nicolette Gibson

Deb Sheppard

Diocese of Jefferson City

Joshua Allee

Deacon John Hill

Erin Vader

Diocese of Springfield-
Cape Girardeau

Deacon Tony Peters

Deacon Gary Steffes