Mo. Rev. Stat. § 115.003
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115.003 Purpose clause.
Official statutory text
115.003. Purpose clause. — The purpose of this chapter is to simplify, clarify and harmonize the laws governing elections. It shall be construed and applied so as to accomplish its purpose.
(L. 1977 H.B. 101 § 1.005 , A.L. 2013 S.B. 99, A.L. 2018 S.B. 592 merged with S.B. 975 & 1024 Revision) Effective 8-28-18 (S.B. 975 & 1024 Revision); 11-07-18 (S.B. 592)
(L. 1977 H.B. 101 § 1.005 , A.L. 2013 S.B. 99, A.L. 2018 S.B. 592 merged with S.B. 975 & 1024 Revision) Effective 8-28-18 (S.B. 975 & 1024 Revision); 11-07-18 (S.B. 592)
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