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MO HJR107

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/15/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy LaFaver

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article III of the Missouri Constitution, adding Section 29(a), to be submitted to voters at the November 2016 general election or a special election

  • Establishes that laws passed by the general assembly (except appropriation acts) shall not take effect until 90 days after the adjournment of the legislative session

  • Allows the general assembly to pass legislation effective earlier than the 90-day waiting period if a two-thirds vote of members elected to each house approve, with the intent expressed in the bill's preamble or body

  • Permits the general assembly, if it recesses for 30 days or more, to prescribe by joint resolution that previously passed but not-yet-effective laws take effect 90 days from the beginning of the recess

Legislative Description

Proposes a constitutional amendment establishing a convenience clause as a method to pass legislation at an earlier date

Last Action

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

5/13/2016

Committee Referrals

Emerging Issues5/13/2016

Full Bill Text

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