Eliminates the term limit for the director of the Missouri ethics commission
HB 1629 modifies the Missouri Ethics Commission by removing the existing term limit for its director, allowing the position to be held indefinitely. The bill outlines the commission's structure, including how members are appointed from party lists, their four-year terms, and strict rules regarding political contributions and post-service employment. It also establishes procedures for filling vacancies and defines the governor's and legislature's roles in removing members for cause. This legislation focuses on adjusting the tenure of the commission's leadership while maintaining detailed regulations on member conduct and independence.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2023
Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
Committee
Referred: General Laws(H)
lower
Dec 1, 2023
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Dale Wright
RRepublican
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