Constitution · Missouri

Mo. Const. art. III, § 51

Constitution
Constitution of Missouri
Text as of
October 2026

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The initiative shall not be used for the appropriation of money other than of new revenues created and provided for thereby, or for any other purpose prohibited by this constitution. Except as provided in this constitution, any measure proposed shall take effect when approved by a majority of the votes cast thereon. When conflicting measures are approved at the same election the one receiving the largest affirmative vote shall prevail. [Effective - 27 Feb 1945 , see footnote]

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