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This resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to change how the Director of the Department of Transportation is selected in Missouri. Specifically, the resolution would require the director to be appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate, instead of the current system where the highways and transportation commission is in charge of the department. The amendment, which would be put to voters at the next general election in November 2026 or at a special election, also specifies that the director's qualifications will be set by law. The highways and transportation commission would retain its existing responsibilities, including oversight of the state highway system, various transportation programs, and the authority to limit access to highways and transportation facilities, but would now primarily serve an advisory role to the governor on transportation matters. The amendment maintains existing provisions about commission membership, such as limiting political party representation and ensuring employee selection is not based on political affiliation (except for the director position).

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