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MO HJR86
Joint Resolution
Status
3/22/2012
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Gatschenberger
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AI Summary
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Submits to Missouri voters an amendment to repeal sections 3(a), 3(b), and 3(c) of article XII of the state constitution at the general election in November 2012 or at a special election called by the governor.
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Repeals the requirement that Missouri automatically submit the question "Shall there be a convention to revise and amend the constitution?" to voters every 20 years, beginning in 1962.
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Eliminates constitutional procedures for electing convention delegates, including the election of 15 delegates-at-large and two delegates from each state senatorial district.
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Removes provisions governing convention operations, including delegate qualifications, oath requirements, compensation at $10 per diem, quorum rules, and procedures for filling vacancies.
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Abolishes procedures requiring the convention to submit any proposed constitution or amendments to voters at a special election held 60 days to 6 months after the convention adjourns.
Legislative Description
Proposes a constitutional amendment repealing the automatic submission of a proposal every 20 years to convene a state constitutional convention and provisions regarding the procedures of the convention
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
4/17/2012