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MO HB2475
Bill
Status
2/3/2016
Primary Sponsor
Kurt Bahr
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Missouri General Assembly to remove from office any department director, deputy director, or board/commission member appointed by the governor or lieutenant governor
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Requires a petition signed by 16 House members to initiate the removal process, with written notice provided to the Senate and the official
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House Ethics Committee must investigate allegations and hold at least one closed hearing within 30 days, allowing the official to present a defense
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Removal requires a majority vote in both the House and Senate, resulting in immediate termination from state employment
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Grounds for removal include misconduct, perjury before legislative committees, state statute violations, criminal convictions, habitual drunkenness, neglect of duty, corruption, incompetency, or offenses involving moral turpitude
Legislative Description
Authorizes the General Assembly to remove any department director or deputy director if it determines that the removal is necessary for the betterment of public service
Last Action
Referred: Government Oversight and Accountability(H)
4/12/2016