H.J.Res.117

Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to state regulation of contracts

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HJR117 proposes a constitutional amendment to prevent state laws from impairing private parties' rights to set prices or compensation in any.

Missouri HJR117 proposes a constitutional amendment to Article I of the Missouri Constitution, adding a new section that restricts state laws from impairing private parties' rights to set prices or compensation in any market or industry. Exceptions are made for existing industries regulated under state law and for the rights of a community in the use of a shared natural resource. The amendment also ensures that contracts or agreements in existence prior to the adoption of this section will continue to remain in effect until their termination.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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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)