MissouriGovernor would order elections to fill legislative vacancies
After notice that a seat in either house is vacant, the governor would have ten days to order an election, subject to an exception near the general election.
What it does
After notice of a resignation, vacancy, or a member’s death, the governor would order an election within ten days to fill the seat, unless the vacancy occurs less than 90 days before the general election. The election would then take place within 60 days of the order.
Argument forVoters may be able to choose a replacement sooner because the governor would face deadlines to order and hold an election.
Argument againstVoters and candidates may have little time to prepare if an ordered election must happen within 60 days.
More detail
The governor would order an election to fill a vacancy in either house of the General Assembly. This applies when the governor receives a resignation or notice of a vacancy, or is notified that a member of either house has died. The governor would not order an election if the vacancy occurs less than 90 days before the general election. The governor would issue the order within ten days of receiving notice. An ordered election would take place within 60 days of the order.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- May 15Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Latest
- Feb 4Read Second Time (H)Minor
- Feb 3Introduced and Read First Time (H)Introduced
Civil Rights & Voting