HJR 77 Missouri House · 2024 Regular Session

Modifies terms for members of the house of representatives and term limits for representatives and senators

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri that would change how state legislative districts are drawn and alter the length of service for elected officials. It establishes a new independent bipartisan commission to create district maps based on strict rules regarding population equality, community preservation, and partisan fairness, rather than allowing politicians to draw their own lines. Additionally, the amendment would extend House and Senate terms from two years to four years, beginning with the 2026 election cycle. The bill directly affects Missouri voters by changing the structure of their state legislature and the process for redistricting after each census.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Dec 2023
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Introduced Dec 1, 2023 Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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Referred: General Laws(H)
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Dec 1, 2023
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Donna Baringer
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