Bill > HJR149

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to modify term limits for Missouri state legislators, with two key phases. Before December 5, 2030, legislators will be limited to eight years in one house and sixteen years total across both houses of the General Assembly, with certain historical service periods not being counted. Starting December 5, 2030, the limit changes to a strict sixteen-year total limit across both houses, with previous service being included in the calculation. Additionally, the resolution introduces new restrictions on leadership positions, prohibiting any legislator from serving as Speaker of the House of Representatives for more than three terms or as President Pro Tempore of the Senate for more than two terms. 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, requiring voter approval to take effect. The ballot language will directly ask voters if they want to limit legislator service and leadership terms, providing a clear summary of the proposed changes.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HJR149&year=2026&code=R