Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1331: Requires special elections to fill vacancies in statewide elected offices other than U.S. Senator
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1331 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires special elections to fill vacancies in statewide elected offices other than U.S. Senator. Primary sponsor: Rick Brattin (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2026): Second Read and Referred S Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
SB 1331 - Current law grants the Governor the authority to fill vacancies in the statewide elected offices of Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, State Auditor, State Treasurer, and Attorney General. This act requires the Governor to instead call a special election to fill vacancies in such offices. Within 30 days of being notified of the vacancy, the Governor shall issue a writ of election to the Secretary of State and the special election shall take place not later than 60 days after the writ is issued. This act is substantially similar to SB 335 (2025). SCOTT SVAGERA
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Brattin | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Second Read and Referred S Local Government, Elections and Pensions Committee
- S First Read
- Prefiled