H.J.Res.116

Proposes a constitutional amendment that requires the full text of initiative petitions to appear on the ballot and limits initiative petitions to seventy-five words, including existing language

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HJR116 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring full initiative petition text on ballots and limiting petitions to 75 words.

Missouri HJR116 proposes an amendment to the state's constitution, specifically Article III, to mandate that the complete text of any initiative petition for a constitutional amendment must be displayed on the ballot. Additionally, it restricts the length of initiative petitions to a maximum of seventy-five words, including any existing and repealed language. This measure aims to ensure transparency and clarity in the initiative process for Missouri voters.

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Where it stands

Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)