Proposes a constitutional amendment that modifies term limits for members of the general assembly
HJR 140 proposes a constitutional amendment to adjust term limits for Missouri's state legislators. It would increase the total service limit across both houses of the General Assembly from 16 to 20 years, while limiting service in a single house to 12 years starting January 1, 2032. The bill also sets a 4-year cap on serving as House Speaker and a 6-year cap for Senate President pro tempore. These changes would apply to legislators elected after the amendment's effective date, not affecting current members' existing terms. The amendment requires voter approval in a 2026 election before taking effect.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 11, 2025
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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4
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Committee
1
Feb 3, 2026
Committee
Referred: Elections(H)
lower
Dec 11, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
John Simmons
RRepublican
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