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MO SJR86

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mary Coleman

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to replace Missouri's nine-member Coordinating Board for Higher Education with a single director appointed by the governor with senate consent

  • Eliminates the current requirement that no more than five board members be from the same political party

  • The new director would assume all powers and duties currently held by the Coordinating Board for Higher Education

  • Amendment would be submitted to Missouri voters at the November 2026 general election or at a special election called by the governor

  • Amends Section 52 of Article IV of the Missouri Constitution

Legislative Description

Replaces the Coordinating Board for Higher Education with a director appointed by the Governor

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Education Committee

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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