HB 3382 reestablishes a state health assistance program for employed individuals with disabilities who meet specific income and asset criteria, directly affecting working people with disabilities who previously lost Medicaid coverage due to earnings. The bill allows medical assistance for those earning up to 250% of the federal poverty level (FPL), with premiums based on income brackets (4-6% of income), while excluding certain assets like medical savings accounts and retirement funds from eligibility calculations. Key provisions include requiring proof of Medicare/Social Security tax withholding for earned income, prioritizing employer-sponsored insurance when cost-effective, and mandating annual reports to the legislature on program participation. The program expires on August 28, 2032, and aligns with federal Ticket to Work Act requirements.
HB 3324 modifies Missouri's method for calculating taxable income by adjusting federal adjusted gross income. It adds back certain federal tax benefits previously deducted, including pandemic-related refunds (like CARES Act payments), interest on specific government bonds, and excess depreciation deductions. The bill also includes subtraction provisions for items like federal interest income and state tax refunds to offset these additions. These changes apply broadly to Missouri taxpayers - not just farmers - and aim to align state tax calculations more closely with federal rules for specific income items. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (introduced February 2026).
HB 3543 allows Missouri counties to create a property tax exemption for disabled veterans' primary homes starting in 2027. It defines "disabled veteran" as a Missouri resident with a service-connected disability (100% disabled or compensating for unemployability) who owns and occupies their home. The exemption covers up to $32,500 or the federal maximum amount of property tax, and it extends to surviving spouses or minor children who continue living in the home. Counties must seek voter approval for a replacement sales tax to offset lost revenue before implementing the exemption.
HB 3179 would allow Missouri counties or cities to seek voter approval for a new 0.25% (one-quarter cent) sales tax to fund children's services. If approved by voters, the tax revenue would be deposited into a dedicated "Community Children's Services Fund" managed by local boards. The funds must be used exclusively for services like counseling, family support, and temporary residential care for youth under 19, as outlined in existing law. The bill specifies the voter approval process (via local governing body motion or 8% voter petition), tax collection procedures, and strict rules to prevent commingling with state funds.
HB 3247 would expand the tax-exempt "food" category to include dietary supplements like vitamins and minerals, making them subject to the reduced one percent sales tax rate (currently applied to eligible grocery items) instead of standard rates. This directly affects supplement retailers and consumers purchasing these products, as they would no longer pay the higher tax rate on qualifying items. The bill specifies that restaurants and establishments where over 80% of revenue comes from prepared food (e.g., fast food, cafes) remain excluded from this tax treatment. The change is limited to supplements meeting federal definitions under 21 U.S.C. § 321(ff), not broader food items.
SB 1793 creates a new criminal offense for minors possessing firearms without permission and establishes an income tax deduction for first responders receiving certain compensation payments. The bill would make it illegal for minors to have firearms (excluding authorized scenarios like supervised training), and allow first responders to deduct specific compensation (e.g., overtime or hazard pay) from their taxable income. This bill directly affects minors and first responders in the state, with no further details available as it is newly introduced (first read on 2026-02-26).
HB 3200 modernizes property tax assessment rules in Missouri, directly affecting property owners and county assessors across all counties and the City of St. Louis. It sets new tax rates for specific property types, including 5% for solar energy systems (previously 12% for farm machinery) and 12% for livestock and poultry. The bill also changes airport-related property valuation by reducing assessments for certain possessory interests where private parties funded improvements after 2008. Additionally, it requires counties to submit biennial assessment maintenance plans for approval and clarifies evidence needed when computer-assisted valuations are used.
HB 3242 sets maximum tax rates for residential property in Missouri: 7% of assessed value for homes within incorporated cities/towns, and 6% for homes in counties outside those areas (or in areas without municipal tax levies). It applies directly to homeowners by capping combined taxes from all local governments (like cities, counties, schools, and districts) on residential property. If total taxes exceed these limits, local officials must proportionally reduce all levies to stay within the cap. The bill does not override Missouri's constitutional tax limits and affects all residential properties subject to multiple local tax authorities.
SB 1731 establishes Missouri's "Critical Incident Stress Management Program" within the Department of Public Safety to support peace officers and first responders. The bill requires these personnel to complete a mental health check-in with program providers every 3-5 years, with confidentiality protections for disclosures (except in limited cases like preventing harm or under mandatory reporting laws). It creates a dedicated "988 Public Safety Fund" using state appropriations to cover program costs, including services like consultation, risk assessment, and crisis intervention. The fund's remaining balance at biennium end cannot revert to general revenue, ensuring sustained funding for mental health support. This bill directly affects law enforcement and first responders by mandating regular mental health check-ins and funding targeted support for trauma related to critical incidents.
SB 1657 modifies how city police departments set salaries and funding. It gives boards of police commissioners authority to set officer salaries without legislative approval (minimum current pay), requires cities to fund police at 22% of general revenue in 2025 rising to 25% by 2028, and details overtime pay rules (1.5x for hours over 40). The bill directly affects city police departments, their boards, and officers through changes to compensation structures, funding obligations, and benefit provisions like health insurance and shift differentials. Key mechanisms include mandatory minimum funding percentages, standardized overtime rates, and new allowances for academic achievement or training roles.
