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From Missouri Voters Pass Amendment 6, Restricting Legislative Power

How could Amendment 6 affect the General Assembly's power to change state laws?

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Amendment 6 restricts the General Assembly's ability to overturn citizen-backed laws The passage of Amendment 6 fundamentally alters the legislative process in Missouri by creating significant barriers for lawmakers seeking to modify or repeal laws approved by citizens. The amendment requires a minimum 80% vote in both the Missouri Senate and House to change or repeal a citizen-led statute or constitutional amendment. Furthermore, even if this high threshold is met, the proposed changes must subsequently be put to a ballot for Missourians to decide. This change prevents the legislature from passing any policy that would weaken citizen initiative or referendum powers.

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  • Missouri voters supported a constitutional amendment that creates several barriers for lawmakers seeking to modify or overturn citizen-backed laws and amendments.kcur.org
  • The amendment requires a minimum 80% vote in the Missouri Senate and House to change or repeal a citizen-led and approved statute or constitutional amendment.kcur.org
  • Even if that threshold is met, the proposed changes then must go on the ballot for Missourians to decide.kcur.org
  • The amendment prohibits the legislature from passing any policy that would weaken citizen initiative or referendum powers.kcur.org

Why it matters

The General Assembly, which includes the Missouri Senate and House, traditionally held the power to amend or repeal statute changes proposed through the citizen initiative process. Amendment 6 significantly curtails this power, making it nearly impossible for lawmakers to unilaterally overturn the will of the voters. This shift fundamentally changes the balance of power between the elected representatives and the electorate in Missouri.

This change is significant because it protects voter-approved measures from legislative reversal. Previously, lawmakers could repeal policies, such as a portion of a proposition requiring employers to implement a paid sick leave policy in 2025. Now, the legislature must overcome an extremely high threshold and secure voter approval for any such reversal.

What we don't know yet

  • Will the outcome of Amendment 6 be successfully challenged in court?
  • How will the General Assembly adapt its legislative strategies given the new 80% threshold requirement?

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The Missouri Supreme Court upholds Amendment 6The General Assembly's ability to override citizen initiatives will be legally restricted, cementing the new, high barrier to legislative change.
The amendment is successfully challenged in court and struck downThe General Assembly would retain its previous powers to amend or repeal citizen-backed laws, maintaining the status quo of legislative control.

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