Modifies provisions relating to certain judicial circuits

HB 2968 modifies Missouri's judicial circuit structure by reorganizing judgeships in specific counties. It primarily converts two associate judge positions (treatment court and family court commissioners) in the 23rd judicial district (Jackson County) into full circuit judge positions effective January 1, 2007, adding two new divisions (5 and 6). The bill also adjusts election schedules for judges in multiple districts, including setting new election years for divisions in Jackson, Clay, and other counties. These changes streamline court operations by formalizing existing roles and aligning staffing with county populations. The bill directly affects judicial staffing in 13 Missouri counties across seven judicial districts.