The GSLVMA supports the Missouri Farming Rights Amendment. If passed, the measure would add a section to the Missouri state constitution allowing people to raise livestock in a humane manner without the state imposing an undue economic burden on animal owners. The following language will appear on the ballot:
This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributed to the original source.
Official Ballot Title:
Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to ensure that the right of Missouri citizens to engage in agricultural production and ranching practices shall not be infringed?
The potential costs or savings to governmental entities are unknown, but likely limited unless the resolution leads to increased litigation costs and/or the loss of federal funding.
Fair Ballot Language:
A “yes” vote will amend the Missouri Constitution to guarantee the rights of Missourians to engage in farming and ranching practices, subject to any power given to local government under Article VI of the Missouri Constitution.
A “no” vote will not amend the Missouri Constitution regarding farming and ranching.
If passed, this measure will have no impact on taxes.
Visit the Missouri Farmers Care website for more information: http://mofarmerscare.com/farming-rights-amendment/
Farming Rights Amendment (as viewed on the 2014 ballot): http://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/2014ballot/
Missouri Farm Bureau Informational Website: http://www.keepmissourifarming.com/