HCS HJR 41 -- STATE COURT JURISDICTION (Cunningham, 86)

COMMITTEE OF ORIGIN:  Special Committee on General Laws

Upon voter approval, this proposed constitutional amendment
prohibits the Missouri Supreme Court or any inferior court of the
state from imposing or ordering any new or increased taxes,
licenses, or fees.  The amendment also prohibits any Missouri
court from instructing or ordering the General Assembly or any
elected or appointed officer of the state, any political
subdivision, or governmental agency or authority to appropriate
or spend public funds except as expressly authorized by
legislation or approved by Missouri voters.  However, the
amendment will not limit the court's authority to enter and
enforce judgments concerning lawful contracts or bonded
indebtedness of the state or enjoin the levy or collection of
illegal taxes, licenses, or fees or the expenditure of public
funds not authorized by law.

FISCAL NOTE:  No impact on state funds in FY 2009, FY 2010, and
FY 2011.

Missouri House of Representatives
94th General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated October 15, 2008 at 3:12 pm