Budget & Taxes (Sales Tax)

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3179: Modifies provisions for sales tax of children's services

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new 0.25% sales tax to fund children's services via dedicated fund, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3247: Modifies the definition of food to authorize a reduced sales tax on the purchase of dietary and nutritional supplements

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax-exempt food category to include supplements, providing tax relief to consumers and retailers by lowering sales tax rates from standard to 1%.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Procurement Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 3277: Allows the city of Northwoods to impose a sales tax for public safety purposes

HB 3277 authorizes cities meeting specific population and county size criteria (e.g., certain population ranges within defined counties) to impose a 0.5% sales tax for public safety, including funding police, fire, and emergency medical services. Before implementation, the city must seek voter approval through a referendum. All tax revenue must be deposited into a special fund and used exclusively for public safety purposes, with remaining funds after tax termination also dedicated to public safety. The bill applies to multiple qualifying cities across the state, not exclusively to one city like Northwoods.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes new 0.5% sales tax for public safety funding, increasing local tax revenue allocation to essential services with strict fiscal controls for police/fire/EMS.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDirectly funds police/fire/emergency services via sales tax, supporting law enforcement operations without reform elements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Property Tax Sales Tax Policing Tags Local Government Public Safety

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1662: Modifies provisions relating to early childhood education taxes

SB 1662 allows Missouri counties to impose an additional county sales tax (up to 1% combined with other sales taxes, with exceptions for small counties for law enforcement after 2025) only after voter approval through a specific ballot measure. The tax must be used for the purpose approved by voters (e.g., early childhood education), and if designated for early childhood education, revenue must be deposited into a dedicated fund. Counties must follow strict voter approval rules, including a two-year waiting period between proposals, and the tax cannot fund stadiums, zoological facilities, or other prohibited purposes. The bill also establishes distribution rules for large counties and ensures revenue aligns with voter-approved priorities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables county sales tax for early childhood education funding, directing revenue to dedicated public service through voter-approved mechanism, aligning with program funding indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enables county-level sales tax funding for early childhood education, requiring dedicated revenue allocation to education programs via voter-approved measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Early Childhood

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3386: Modifies provisions relating to the expenditure of moneys in certain funds by the Department of Natural Resources

HB 3386 creates the "Natural Resources Protection Fund" in the state treasury to hold pollution-related fees, including air and water permit fees, and new 5% of electric power sales tax revenue. It designates specific subaccounts for air pollution control (funded permanently by the tax transfer starting July 2027) and water pollution administration. The bill changes how unspent funds are handled: balances exceeding prior collections no longer revert to general revenue after 2027, and all interest accrues to the fund. These funds, subject to legislative appropriation, directly support the Department of Natural Resources' pollution control programs and enforcement under relevant statutes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated fund from pollution fees and 5% power tax, preventing fund reversion to general revenue, ensuring sustained environmental funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates dedicated Natural Resources Protection Fund with permanent pollution control funding (air/water) from new tax revenue, ensuring ongoing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue Sales Tax Air Quality Conservation Water Quality

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2734: Modifies provisions governing local senior citizens' services fund taxes

HB 2734 is a proposed bill that would allow counties or cities to levy a property tax (up to 10 cents per $100 assessed value) for senior services, subject to voter approval via a ballot question. If approved, the tax revenue would fund a dedicated "Senior Citizens' Services Fund" managed by a locally appointed board of directors, which must use the money exclusively for programs improving health, nutrition, and quality of life for residents aged 60 and older. The bill requires the board to seek accreditation from a statewide nonprofit organization and pay an annual fee of 1% of fund revenue, while prohibiting fund use for political purposes. This proposal directly affects local governments, taxpayers, and seniors aged 60+ in communities adopting the tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables local property tax (up to 10¢/$100) to fund dedicated senior services, directly advancing budget allocation for elderly programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Sales Tax Tags Seniors

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signed · Missouri · Senate Jul 13, 2026

SB 1553: Authorizes incentives for producing certain critical materials and pharmaceuticals

SB 1553 authorizes financial incentives, such as tax credits or grants, for companies producing specific critical materials (e.g., minerals for clean energy technology) and certain pharmaceuticals. It directly affects domestic manufacturers in these sectors by potentially lowering production costs through government support. The bill's key mechanism is creating these targeted financial benefits to encourage increased domestic manufacturing capacity. Currently pending in the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee after initial readings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes tax credits for manufacturers, directly using fiscal policy to incentivize domestic production through targeted tax relief, aligning with budget/tax support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly targets incentives for minerals used in clean energy technology, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and production through financial support.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets incentives for minerals used in clean energy technology, directly promoting domestic production of critical materials for environmental protection and clean energy advancement.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAuthorizes incentives for clean energy tech materials manufacturing, directly funding domestic production of critical tech components used in energy technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Renewable Energy Tags Economic Development

in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 1493: Authorizes counties to impose a sales tax for senior services

SB 1493 would allow counties in the state to levy a local sales tax specifically to fund senior services, such as meal programs, transportation, or adult day care. It directly affects counties (which could choose to implement the tax) and seniors (who would receive services funded by the tax). The key provision is creating a legal mechanism for counties to collect this dedicated sales tax, with revenue directed toward local senior care initiatives. The bill is currently pending before the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee and has not yet been enacted into law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes local sales tax to fund senior services, directly increasing dedicated revenue for essential programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Tags Seniors

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2768: Creates provisions relating to the regulation of industrial hemp-derived consumable products

HB 2768 imposes a 2% sales tax on retail purchases of industrial hemp-derived consumable products (like edibles or beverages containing ≤0.3% delta-9 THC) starting in 2027. It requires retailers to collect this tax at the point of sale, display it separately on receipts, and remit it to the state. The revenue will fund the hemp business program, directly affecting retailers, manufacturers, and distributors of these products while ensuring consumers pay the tax at checkout. The bill also defines key terms like "consumable product" and "hemp-derived cannabinoid" to clarify regulatory scope.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 2% sales tax on hemp products, directing revenue to fund hemp business program, advancing state fiscal management through new tax revenue allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3151: Modifies the definition of food to authorize a reduced sales tax on the purchase of dietary and nutritional supplements

HB 3151 modifies the state's tax code by expanding the definition of "food" to include dietary and nutritional supplements, making them eligible for the 1% sales tax rate instead of the standard higher rate. This directly affects consumers purchasing supplements (like vitamins or protein powders) and businesses selling them, as they would pay the reduced tax rate. The bill specifies that "dietary and nutritional supplements" follow the federal definition under 21 U.S.C. § 321(ff), and clarifies that this exemption does not apply to restaurants or food establishments where more than 80% of revenue comes from prepared meals. The change applies to all sales of these supplements, regardless of where they are purchased.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for dietary supplements by lowering sales tax rate from standard to 1%, aligning with tax relief indicators for consumers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax

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