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This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would dissolve the Highways and Transportation Commission and transfer its authority to the Department of Transportation, which would now be led by a director appointed by the governor with Senate consent. The amendment would maintain the department's existing responsibilities for managing the state highway system, transportation programs, and facilities, including aviation, railroads, mass transit, ports, and waterborne commerce. The resolution specifies how fuel tax revenues would be collected and distributed to counties, cities, and the department, ensuring continued funding for road construction, maintenance, and related purposes. It also outlines the department's powers to plan, construct, and maintain highways, bridges, and transportation infrastructure, including the ability to issue road bonds and work with local governments. The proposed amendment would be submitted to voters at the next general election in November 2026 or at a special election called by the governor, and if approved, would replace existing constitutional sections related to the highways and transportation commission with new provisions governing the Department of Transportation.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HJR134&year=2026&code=R