Mo. Const. art. IV, § 52
- Constitution
- Constitution of Missouri
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
There shall be established a department of higher education. A "Coordinating Board for Higher Education" which shall consist of nine members appointed by the governor by and with the advice and consent of the senate shall be established within the department. The qualifications and terms of the members of the board shall be fixed by law, but not more than five of its members shall be of the same political party. The coordinating board shall succeed the commission on higher education with all its powers and duties and shall have such other powers and duties as may be prescribed by law. [Effective - 07 Sep 1972 , see footnote]
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