SB839

Moves school board elections to the November general election

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB839 moves school board elections to the November general election.

Missouri SB839 changes the election schedule for school board members in Missouri. Beginning in 2028, all school board elections will be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even-numbered years. This change affects all school districts in Missouri, including urban and seven-director districts. The bill also modifies the terms of board members to ensure four-year terms for all members elected after 2028. The provisions of the bill apply to all school districts unless otherwise specified.

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Where it stands

Current
Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 8

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee

Jan 7

Senate

S First Read

Dec 1, 2025

Senate

Prefiled