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HJR 157·MO·house

Proposes a constitutional amendment prohibiting a statutory initiative measure approved by the voters to be amended or repealed by the General Assembly except under certain conditions

FailedFiled Jan 6, 2026
Sponsor: Eric Woods
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

May 15, 2026

Summary

The measure would create a new Section 49 in the state constitution that prevents the General Assembly from amending or repealing any statutory initiative approved by voters unless specific conditions are met. It limits legislative power over voter‑initiated laws, aiming to protect direct‑democracy outcomes. The amendment did not pass.

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