Tammy Woods, who alleges she was sexually abused by International House of Prayer Kansas City founder Mike Bickle, testified at the Missouri State Capitol on Wednesday. Lawmakers are considering legislation that would remove the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse lawsuits and prohibit the use of non-disclosure agreements in related settlements. By Emily Curiel
One by one, the speakers walked up to the small table early Wednesday, then sat and faced the panel of lawmakers in front of them. Several came from across the country — Michigan, Minnesota, Tennessee and Texas. For some, it was their first time in the Missouri Capitol building.