MO SJR15

Proposes a constitutional amendment to change how compensation schedules from the Missouri Citizens' Commission on Compensation for Elected Officials take effect

Currently, compensation schedules automatically become effective unless disapproved by the General Assembly; the amendment would require affirmative approval by a two-thirds majority vote

Allows the General Assembly to vote separately on salary rates, mileage allowances, and per diem expense allowances through independent concurrent resolutions

Amendment would be submitted to Missouri voters at the November 2016 general election or a special election called by the governor

Commission sets compensation for elected state officials, General Assembly members, and judges (except municipal judges), reviewing rates every two years