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This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment called the "Protect Missouri Voters" amendment, which would make several significant changes to Missouri's ballot measure process and election rules. The amendment would prohibit foreign nationals and foreign adversaries from contributing to or supporting statewide ballot measures, with violations punishable by up to one year in prison and a fine of up to $1,000, plus three times the amount of illegal contributions. It would also criminalize petition signature fraud, making it illegal to forge signatures, sign a petition multiple times, or pay for signatures, with similar criminal penalties. The resolution would require the secretary of state to conduct public hearings on initiative petitions before they are placed on the ballot and would change the approval process for constitutional amendments so that they must receive a majority of votes in each congressional district, rather than just a statewide majority. Additionally, the amendment would mandate that the full text of any proposed initiative be made available to voters alongside their ballot. The proposed amendment would be submitted to Missouri voters at the next general election in November 2026 or at a special election called by the governor, with the goal of increasing transparency, preventing foreign interference, and protecting the integrity of the state's ballot measure process.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HJR3&year=2025&code=S2