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MO HJR122

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Peggy McGaugh

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to appear on the November 2026 ballot modifying term limits for Missouri General Assembly members

  • Before December 5, 2030, current limits remain: maximum 8 years in any one house and 16 years total in both houses combined

  • Beginning December 5, 2030, establishes a single 16-year combined limit for service in both houses, with all prior service counting toward the cap

  • Limits the Speaker of the House to no more than two terms and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to no more than one term

  • Eliminates the current per-chamber 8-year cap, allowing legislators to serve their full 16 years in one chamber if voters approve

Legislative Description

Proposes a constitutional amendment that modifies term limits for members of the general assembly

Last Action

Referred: Rules - Legislative(H)

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules - Legislative3/4/2026
Elections2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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