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This joint resolution proposes a comprehensive amendment to the Missouri Constitution's Article III, which governs the General Assembly, introducing significant changes to legislative redistricting, term limits, compensation, and legislative sessions. The resolution would create a new independent bipartisan citizens commission to redraw legislative districts using detailed criteria that prioritize population equality, voting rights compliance, compact districts, and preservation of community boundaries, while also attempting to achieve partisan fairness and competitiveness. The proposed changes include increasing the House of Representatives from 163 to 170 members, modifying term limits to restrict consecutive service in each legislative chamber, tripling legislator salaries, establishing a continuous legislative body, adjusting legislative session timelines, and modifying bill consideration and gubernatorial review processes. The proposed amendment would be submitted to Missouri voters at the next general election in 2026, with implementation beginning with the 107th General Assembly. If approved, these changes would significantly reshape the structure, operations, and redistricting processes of the Missouri state legislature.

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