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MO HJR140

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to be placed on the November 2026 ballot or a special election called by the governor

  • Beginning January 1, 2032, extends term limits from 8 years to 12 years maximum service in any single house of the General Assembly

  • Increases the combined service limit in both houses from 16 years to 20 years total beginning January 1, 2032

  • Caps Speaker of the House service at 4 years and President Pro Tempore of the Senate service at 6 years, effective January 1, 2032

  • Retains existing exclusions for service prior to December 3, 1992, and partial terms (less than 1 year for House members or 2 years for Senate members)

Legislative Description

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

Last Action

Referred: Elections(H)

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Elections2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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