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MO SB715

Bill

Status

Vetoed

7/12/2012

Primary Sponsor

David Day

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals sections 40.435 and 41.050, RSMo, and enacts a new section 41.050 governing state militia composition and age requirements
  • Defines the state militia to include all able-bodied citizens and residents ages 17-64, plus those who voluntarily apply for enrollment or commission
  • Allows the adjutant general to waive the maximum age requirement on a case-by-case basis
  • Organized militia members must meet the age limits and physical and mental qualifications prescribed for U.S. armed forces reserve components
  • Repeals former section 40.435, which established a complaint procedure allowing state military forces members to appeal grievances to superior officers or the governor

Legislative Description

Allows the Adjutant General to waive the age limit for service in the state militia and repeals a complaint procedure for the state militia

Last Action

No motion to override Governor's veto

9/12/2012

Committee Referrals

Veterans4/12/2012
Veterans' Affairs, Emerging Issues, Pensions And Urban Affairs2/2/2012

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