OCTOBER 30, 2026
Information current as of Friday, October 30, 2026.

Special edition: November 3 general election updates and resources

• Chamber Advocacy: Springfield Chamber Board of Directors announces opposition to Amendment 6, including information on the Chamber's position and resources for employers to share with their teams.

• Statewide Ballot: Overview of proposed constitutional amendments and other statewide measures appearing on the November 3 ballot.

• Local Ballot: Information on the four proposed Springfield City Charter amendments and other local ballot issues.

• Voter Resources: Important election dates, polling information, sample ballots and resources to help voters prepare for Election Day.

CHAMBER POSITION ON AMENDMENT 6

Chamber opposes Amendment 6: What employers need to know

The Springfield Chamber Board of Directors voted on October 19 to oppose Amendment 6 on Missouri's November 3 general election ballot, citing concerns about its potential impact on employers, the state's business climate and the ability of lawmakers to address unintended consequences of voter-approved laws.

Amendment 6 would significantly restrict the Missouri General Assembly's authority to modify laws approved through the initiative petition process. Under the proposal, changes to covered voter-approved laws would require support from at least 80% of both legislative chambers before being referred back to voters for approval.

Why does this matter for employers?

Voter-approved laws can directly affect workplace policies, administrative requirements and the cost of doing business. The Chamber believes Amendment 6 would make it substantially more difficult for lawmakers to respond when implementation challenges or unintended consequences arise.

Proposition A offers a recent example.

Approved by Missouri voters in November 2024, the measure included a paid sick leave mandate that created compliance questions, administrative burdens and increased costs for many employers. Following concerns raised by businesses across the state, the Missouri General Assembly passed legislation in 2025 repealing the paid sick leave mandate while preserving the voter-approved minimum wage increase.

The Chamber points to this measure as an example of the importance of legislative flexibility and opportunities for stakeholder input when addressing complex policies affecting Missouri businesses.

The Chamber also maintains its longstanding support for reforms to Missouri's initiative petition process, including a higher threshold for amending the state Constitution. Read the Chamber's full statement on Amendment 6.

Additional resources for employers

For Chamber members interested in learning more about Amendment 6 and its potential implications, the following resources are available:

• Missouri Chamber Amendment 6 FAQs: Additional information and answers to frequently asked questions about the proposal.

• Missouri Chamber Amendment 6 Webinar — Monday, November 2: An opportunity to learn more about the proposal ahead of Election Day.

STATEWIDE BALLOT

Missouri voters to decide federal and state legislative races, statewide ballot measures on November 3

Missouri voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, November 3, for the 2026 general election, with several federal and state offices, judicial retention questions and five statewide ballot measures appearing on the ballot. In addition to statewide contests, voters will select representatives based on their congressional and state legislative districts.

Federal and state elections

• U.S. House of Representatives: All eight of Missouri's congressional districts are up for election, with representatives serving two-year terms. In Southwest Missouri's 7th Congressional District, incumbent U.S. Rep. Eric Burlison (R) faces Missi Hesketh (D) and Kevin Craig (L).

• Missouri State Senate: Elections will be held for 17 of the state's 34 Senate seats, with senators serving four-year terms. In the Springfield area, District 20 and District 30 are both on the ballot.

• Missouri House of Representatives: All 163 seats are up for election, with representatives serving two-year terms. Voters will select candidates based on their respective House districts.

• Missouri State Auditor: Incumbent Scott Fitzpatrick (R) faces Quentin Wilson (D) and Dustin Coffell (L) in the statewide race for a four-year term. The State Auditor is responsible for conducting audits of state agencies and certain local governments to promote accountability in the use of public funds.

Statewide ballot measures

Missouri voters will also consider four proposed constitutional amendments and one referendum:

• Amendment 3 – Reproductive Healthcare: Would repeal the reproductive healthcare rights amendment approved by voters in 2024 and establish new constitutional provisions concerning abortion and gender transition procedures for minors.

• Amendment 6 – Initiative and Referendum Protections: Would establish additional constitutional provisions for the initiative petition and referendum processes, including new restrictions on legislative changes to voter-approved laws. The Chamber's position is outlined in the preceding section.

• Amendment 7 – State Taxation: Would establish the Show-Me Prosperity Fund, a permanent public endowment intended to generate revenue that could eventually replace state-imposed taxes.

• Amendment 8 – County Sheriffs: Would establish constitutional provisions governing the election, duties and removal of county sheriffs.

• Proposition A – Congressional Redistricting: Would approve the congressional district boundaries adopted by the Missouri General Assembly during its 2025 special session. A "yes" vote would approve the new boundaries, while a "no" vote would leave the 2022 congressional map in place.

Additional election resources

• Missouri Secretary of State – Certified General Election Candidates

• Missouri Secretary of State – 2026 Statewide Ballot Measures

LOCAL BALLOT

Greene County offices and Springfield City Charter amendments on November 3 ballot

In addition to federal and state elections, Greene County voters will consider several countywide offices on the November 3 general election ballot, while voters residing within Springfield city limits will decide on four proposed amendments to the Springfield City Charter.

Greene County elections

The following county offices will appear on the November 3 ballot:

• Presiding Commissioner

• County Auditor

• County Clerk

• Circuit Clerk

• Collector of Revenue

• Prosecuting Attorney

• Recorder of Deeds

• Sheriff

The Greene County Auditor race is contested, with incumbent Cindy Stein (R) facing Angela Crawford (D). The other seven county offices have one candidate listed on the general election ballot.

Springfield City Charter Amendments

Springfield voters will consider four proposed amendments to the City Charter, which serves as the city's foundational governing document. The proposed changes address administrative responsibilities, personnel procedures, purchasing authority and charter language.

• Question 1 – Delegation of Authority: Would expressly authorize the city manager to delegate certain responsibilities to assistant city managers and department directors, including authority related to employee appointments and removals. Department directors would also be permitted to delegate certain responsibilities within their departments.

• Question 2 – Personnel and Merit Rules: Would simplify the process for adopting merit system rules from three steps to two by removing the Personnel Board from the approval process. The proposal would also transfer authority to approve employment application forms to the city's human resources director.

• Question 3 – City Purchasing Procedures: Would authorize City Council to establish purchasing policies by ordinance, including organizational structure, purchasing thresholds and methods. It would also designate the city manager as the default signatory for purchasing and extend competitive bidding requirements to additional purchasing methods.

• Question 4 – Gender-Neutral Language: Would update the City Charter to replace gender-specific pronouns and references with gender-neutral terminology.

Local election resources

1. Greene County Clerk – Elections: View sample ballots and find election information specific to your address.

2. City of Springfield – City Charter amendments: Learn more about the four proposed Charter amendments.

What to know before heading to the polls on November 3

With Election Day approaching, voters are encouraged to review their sample ballots, confirm their polling locations and familiarize themselves with voting requirements ahead of the November 3 general election.

Important election information

• Polling Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Voters in line by 7:00 p.m. are permitted to cast their ballots.

• No-Excuse Absentee Voting: Registered voters may cast an in-person absentee ballot without providing a reason through Monday, November 2, at designated locations.

• Voter Identification: Missouri voters should bring an acceptable government-issued photo ID.

Helpful voter resources

• Check Your Voter Registration and Find Your Polling Place: Confirm your registration status and locate your assigned polling place through the Missouri Secretary of State's Office.

• View Your Sample Ballot: Greene County voters can look up their sample ballot by address to review the candidates and issues specific to their precinct.

• Absentee Voting Information: Find information about in-person absentee voting, including eligibility, locations and procedures.