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Missouri Senate advances resolution to require elected sheriffs in most counties

5109493 · April 15, 2025
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The Missouri Senate gave preliminary approval Monday to Senate Joint Resolution 40, sponsored by Senator Jill Carter of Granby, which would, if approved by voters, require most Missouri counties to elect their sheriffs; senators said another yes vote would send the measure to the Missouri House for consideration.

The Missouri Senate on Monday gave preliminary approval to Senate Joint Resolution 40, a proposal from Senator Jill Carter of Granby that would, if approved by voters, require most Missouri counties to elect their sheriffs.

Sponsors and supporters say the measure would change how some counties choose the officeholder and align Missouri with the practice in…

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