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MO HJR123

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Wendy Hausman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article III of the Missouri Constitution, adding new Section 38(e)
  • Mandates life imprisonment without eligibility for probation or parole for persons convicted of sexual trafficking of a child in the first degree
  • Defines "imprisonment for life" as imprisonment for the duration of the person's natural life
  • Would be submitted to Missouri voters at the November 2026 general election or at a special election called by the governor

Legislative Description

Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to certain sexual offenses involving children

Last Action

Referred: Local Government(H)

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Government3/4/2026

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