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MO HJR22
Joint Resolution
Status
2/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Myron Neth
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AI Summary
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Repeals and replaces section 26(b) of article VI of the Missouri Constitution relating to debt limitations for political subdivisions
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Increases the maximum bonded indebtedness limit for school districts from 15 percent to 25 percent of the value of taxable tangible property, contingent on voter approval
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Requires school districts seeking debt above 15 percent to obtain voter approval by majority vote on the increased amount, plus separate approval by four-sevenths majority at general elections or two-thirds majority at other elections
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Maintains existing 5 percent debt limit for counties, cities, incorporated towns, villages, and other political subdivisions
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Submits the amendment to Missouri voters at the general election on Tuesday following the first Monday in November 2014, or at a special election called by the governor
Legislative Description
Proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing an increase in the level of school district bonded indebtedness
Last Action
Referred: Rules(H)
4/10/2013