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HB 3363

Adds a circuit judge to the seventh judicial circuit

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ken Jamison

HB 3363 creates one additional circuit judge position in Missouri's seventh judicial circuit to address potential caseload demands.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Bill Summary · HB 3363

Legislative bill overview

HB 3363 authorizes the addition of one circuit judge position to Missouri's seventh judicial circuit. The bill would increase judicial resources in that circuit by creating a new judgeship without removing or consolidating existing positions.

Why is this important

Circuit courts handle serious criminal cases, civil disputes, and family law matters that directly affect residents' access to justice. Adding judicial capacity can reduce case backlogs and case processing times, which impacts how quickly citizens receive court decisions on matters affecting their rights and property.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal cost: Creating a new judgeship involves salary, benefits, staff support, and office infrastructure—significant recurring expenses for the state budget
  • Need justification: Whether the seventh circuit actually has a caseload burden sufficient to warrant a new judge versus other resource solutions or judicial reassignment
  • Geographic equity: Whether other Missouri judicial circuits have greater needs or whether this benefits one region disproportionately

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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