carveout
/ˈkɑːrv.aʊt/
Definition
An exception or specific provision that excludes a particular case or group from the application of a general rule or law.
Etymology
The term originated as a noun phrase in the 20th century, derived from the verb 'carve out,' meaning to cut or excise a piece from a larger whole. It has since become a standard term in legal and political contexts to describe intentional exceptions within legislation.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe how the Missouri Constitution currently contains a specific exemption for Jackson County, allowing it to have an appointed assessor while all other charter counties must elect one. This detail is significant because Amendment 2 seeks to remove that exception.
Missouri has 4 amendments on the August 2026 ballot. Here's what they would do
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