H.J.Res.178

Missouri HJR178 proposes constitutional amendments to regulate local government mandates by the state.

Missouri HJR178 seeks to amend the state constitution to impose new requirements on the general assembly when regulating local governments. The bill mandates that any bill creating or modifying a local mandate must include a fiscal impact statement before committee consideration. This statement must identify affected local governments, estimate costs, distinguish between one-time and ongoing expenses, and specify funding sources. Additionally, the bill stipulates that local governments cannot be required to implement or administer a mandate unless state funding is available.