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This bill establishes term limits for three types of local government officers in Missouri: county officers, city mayors, and school board members. Specifically, the legislation limits each of these elected positions to a maximum of twelve years of total service. The bill provides that any service before August 28, 2026, or any partial terms of less than two years served to complete another person's term will not count toward the twelve-year limit. These new provisions will be added to Missouri Revised Statutes (RSMo) in Chapters 67 and 162, creating new sections 67.011 for county officers, 67.015 for city mayors, and 162.016 for school board members. By implementing these term limits, the bill aims to promote regular leadership rotation and provide opportunities for new individuals to serve in local government positions, potentially reducing the entrenchment of long-serving officials and encouraging broader civic participation.

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