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MO HJR22

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/5/2013

Primary Sponsor

Myron Neth

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces section 26(b) of article VI of the Missouri Constitution relating to debt limitations for political subdivisions

  • 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

  • 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

  • Maintains existing 5 percent debt limit for counties, cities, incorporated towns, villages, and other political subdivisions

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Rules4/10/2013
Elementary And Secondary Education2/20/2013

Full Bill Text

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