Missouri Constitution

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How many counties are there in Missouri?

114

How many days does the governor have to act on a bill sent to him or her?

15

How many members of the House are there?

163

How old must you be to vote?

18

What are the quialifications for a voter in Missouri?

18 years old, U.S. citizen, and live in election district for 30 days

When did Missouri become a state?

1821

When was the current Constitution of Missouri adopted?

1945

How long does each General Assembly exist?

2 years

How long is a representative's term?

2 years

How can the General Assembly override a governor's veto?

2/3 vote

How many Missouri capitals have there been?

3

How many members of the Senate are there?

34

How long is a governor's term?

4 years

How long is a senator's term?

4 years

What are the qualifications for the governor?

@ least 30 years old, citizen of US for 15 years, resident of MO for 10 years

What is the Missouri legislature called?

General Assembly

Which body of the Missouri government has the same job as the federal Congress?

General Assembly

What is the capital of Missouri?

Jefferson City

All courts of Missouri are under the supervision of whom?

Supreme Court

What is the highest state court?

Supreme Court

Which Missouri court has final authority?

Supreme Court

What is the order of succession of Missouri courts (from most authority to least authority?

Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Circuit Courts

What day are the general partisan elections held?

Tuesday after 1st Monday in November

What does the governor do during line item veto?

approves some parts of a bill

Who is the chief legal officer of Missouri?

attorney general

How does a bill become a law?

bill starts in either house of GA, bill passes each house by majority vote, bill is sent to governor to approve or veto

What are the main trial courts in Missouri?

circuit courts

Which form of municipal government has a professionally trained manager?

council manager

At which type of election does each political party choose its candidates?

direct primary election

What is special-purpose district?

district that provides special service

What does the executive branch do?

enforces laws

How often are general partisan elections held?

every 2 years

What are the main sources of income for the state government?

federal money, taxes, and other sources

Who appoints many state officials?

governor

Who can call special sessions of the legislature?

governor

Who can grant pardons?

governor

Who is the highest ranking official in the Missouri government?

governor

Who presents the state budget to the legislature?

governor

Who are the main officers of the executive branch?

governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state treasurer, and auditor

What are lobbies?

groups that seek to influence lawmakers

What is the power given to cities and towns to pass local ordinances?

home rule

If the governor can't serve, who is next in line?

lieutenant governor

Who presides over the Senate?

lieutenant governor

What does the legislative branch do?

makes laws

What is the most common form of municipal government in Missouri?

mayor and council

What are the duties of a citizen that are required by law?

pay taxes, serve in military, serve on jury, obey laws, and testify in court

What is changing a district's size and shape based on a census called?

reapportionment

Who approves appointments made by the governor?

senate

Who serves as the jury in impeachment cases?

senate

What do the federal and state government have in common?

three branches

What are the duties of a citizen that are not required by law?

voting, being informed, expressing opinions, and knowng the democratic process


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