Missouri Constitution
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
