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SJR122 • 2026

Provides for the election of all judges

Provides for the election of all judges

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Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
Moon, Mike; House handler: N/A
Last action
2026-02-25
Official status
S First Read
Effective date
Upon Voter

Plain English Breakdown

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Bill History

  1. 2026-02-25 S459

    S First Read

Official Summary Text

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SJR 122 - Currently, judges of the Supreme Court of Missouri and of the Court of Appeals, judges in certain circuit courts, and certain associate circuit judges are selected by gubernatorial appointment following nominations from nonpartisan commissions. This proposed constitutional amendment, if approved by the voters, would require the election of all judges of the Supreme Court, of the Court of Appeals and of the circuit courts and associate circuit judges. A judge with an existing term as of January 1, 2027, may continue to serve until the expiration of his or her term. A vacancy in the office of judge shall be filled by an election.

This amendment is similar to HJR 16 (2017) and HJR 50 (2004).
KATIE O'BRIEN