Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Joint Resolution
SJR 87: Modifies provisions relating to sheriffs
Passed both chambers Official data
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- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
SJR 87 is a joint resolution introduced in the Missouri Senate on December 1, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Modifies provisions relating to sheriffs. Primary sponsor: Jill Carter (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 28, 2026): Reported Duly Enrolled Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions & Ethics Committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
CCS/HCS/SS/SJR 87 - This constitutional amendment, if approved by the voters, provides that each county shall elect a sheriff for a term of four years by a majority of the qualified voters of the county. This constitutional amendment shall not apply to St. Louis City, St. Louis County, or St. Charles County. Additionally, the sheriff shall commit to jail all felons and traitors as well as other duties as provided in the act. The sheriff may be removed from office by a quo warranto petition brought by the Attorney General. This amendment is identical to SS/SCS/SJR 40 (2025), is substantially similar to HJR 61 (2025) and HJR 71 (2025), and is similar to SJR 75 (2024). TRISTAN BENSJON, JR.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jill Carter | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 32 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported Duly Enrolled Rules, Joint Rules, Resolutions & Ethics Committee
- Signed by Senate President Pro Tem
- Signed by House Speaker
- Delivered to Secretary of State
- S Conferees allowed to exceed the differences
- CCR S offered & adopted (4330S06.1SR)
- CCS S Third Read and Passed
- H adopts CCR --(4330S06.1SR)
- CCS H Third Read and Passed
- Truly Agreed To and Finally Passed
- S distributes CCR (4330S06.1SR)
- S distributes CCS (4330S.06S)
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