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MO HJR121
Joint Resolution
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Myers
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AI Summary
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Reduces the Missouri House of Representatives from 163 members to 103 members beginning with the 2030 decennial census
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Establishes a "house independent bipartisan citizens commission" to handle redistricting, with members nominated by state and congressional district party committees and appointed by the governor
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Sets redistricting criteria prioritizing equal population, Voting Rights Act compliance, contiguous/compact districts, preserving communities along county and municipal lines, and partisan fairness with a 15% limit on "wasted votes" disparity
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Modifies term limits beginning January 1, 2032 to allow up to 16 years total service in both houses combined (eliminating the current 8-year limit per chamber)
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Limits legislative leadership terms beginning January 1, 2032: House speaker/speaker pro tempore limited to 3 consecutive terms, Senate president pro tempore limited to 2 consecutive terms
Legislative Description
Modifies term limits for members of the general assembly and the number of members of the house of representatives
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
2/17/2026