Budget & Taxes (Revenue) in Missouri

in committee · Missouri · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 3090: Modifies provisions for funds reverting to the general revenue

HB 3090 modifies Missouri law to prevent specific state funds from reverting to general revenue. It creates three new funds: the Workers Memorial Fund (for memorializing on-the-job injuries), the State Document Preservation Fund (for preserving historical materials), and the Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Fund. Each fund explicitly prohibits moneys from being transferred to general revenue, overriding previous rules requiring such transfers. These changes ensure dedicated funding for these specific purposes remains available for their intended uses without automatic reallocation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Sub-Topics Revenue

vetoed · Missouri · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2004: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the Department of Revenue and Department of Transportation

HB 2004 is Missouri's 2026-2027 appropriations bill for the Department of Revenue, allocating state funds to existing programs like highway fee collection, tax processing, and vehicle licensing. It specifies detailed spending limits for each division (e.g., $41 million for highway operations, $36 million for tax collection) and allows minor budget adjustments (up to 10%) between certain spending categories. The bill does not create new policies or programs but distributes existing state funds to current agency operations for the fiscal year beginning July 2026. It is currently pending in the House Budget Committee after being introduced in January 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget Roads & Highways

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2754: Modifies provisions relating to income tax

HB 2754 modifies Missouri's individual income tax rates. It sets a temporary top tax rate of 4.95% for tax years 2023-2026, replacing the previous structure. After 2026, the top rate permanently drops to 4.7% for all Missouri resident taxpayers. The bill also establishes a mechanism allowing annual 0.1% rate reductions (up to ten times) if state revenue exceeds prior-year levels, effective January 1 of each year. This directly affects Missouri residents filing state income tax returns.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Revenue

in committee · Missouri · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 2671: Modifies provisions governing the assessment and taxation of property

HB 2671 modifies how Missouri counties, school districts, and other local governments adjust property tax rates when property values change. It requires these entities to revise tax rates for each property subclass (like residential or commercial) to maintain the same total tax revenue from that class as the previous year, excluding new construction and improvements. The bill sets strict limits: tax rates cannot exceed the highest rate after 1980 unless voters approve a higher rate, and adjustments for inflation are capped at the Consumer Price Index or 5%, whichever is lower. This directly affects local governments responsible for property tax collection, ensuring revenue stability while preventing uncontrolled rate increases.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue

vetoed · Missouri · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 2003: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development

HB 2003 is Missouri's 2026-2027 state budget bill allocating funds to the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development. It provides $29 million for the Higher Education Academic Scholarship Program, $84 million for the Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program, and $16.8 million for academic scholarships, all funded through state revenue and trust funds. The bill also allocates $601,000 for regulating proprietary schools, $200,000 for indemnifying individuals affected by proprietary school closures, and $1.5 million for non-Common Core-related donations. These funds are designated for specific programs and must be used as outlined, with some flexibility between budget categories. The bill covers the fiscal year from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget Curriculum Student Financial Aid

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3036: Authorizes a transient guest tax for general revenue purposes in Knob Noster upon voter approval

HB 3036 would allow the city of Knob Noster to impose a 5% tax on short-term hotel or campground stays (31 days or less per quarter) if approved by voters. The tax would be added to nightly charges, billed separately, and used for general city funds like roads or services. It requires a voter referendum at a general election, with the tax only taking effect if a majority votes "yes." The bill does not change current tax rules but authorizes a new revenue source pending community approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Revenue Sales Tax

introduced · Missouri · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 3: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development

HB 3 appropriates $6.58 million from the General Revenue Fund for the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development to cover operational expenses, grant administration, and scholarship programs for public and private higher education institutions during fiscal year 2025-2026. It also allocates a separate $1 million "one-time" fund from General Revenue for a statewide campaign targeting adults without college credentials, plus $74,245 for regulating proprietary schools and $153,797 for closing proprietary schools. All funds must be spent within constitutional limits and specific purposes outlined in the bill, with no additional funding beyond the designated fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

Sub-Topics Revenue Higher Education Student Financial Aid

introduced · Missouri · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 18: Appropriates money for the expenses, grants, refunds, and distributions of the several departments and offices of state government

HB 18 is a 2025-2026 fiscal year appropriations bill that allocates $18.7 million from the Facilities Maintenance Reserve Fund for repairs and maintenance at public schools, $2.1 million from General Revenue for school programs, and $4.8 million from the School for the Blind Trust Fund for the Missouri School for the Blind. It also funds $615,165 for lottery headquarters repairs, $122 million transferred to the Facilities Maintenance Reserve Fund, and over $151 million for statewide facility maintenance and emergency requirements across departments like Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Facilities Management. The bill directs funding for capital improvements, repairs, and operational needs at state buildings and facilities for the period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HJR 175: Proposes a constitutional amendment modifying provisions relating to revenue derived from highway users that is deposited into the state road fund

HJR 175 proposes a constitutional amendment to redirect Missouri’s fuel tax revenue toward road funding. It mandates that 10% of net fuel tax proceeds go to a County Aid Road Trust Fund (with specific allocations for cities outside counties), 15% to incorporated cities/towns for road maintenance, 1% to counties based on agricultural land, and the remainder to the state road fund. All distributed funds must be used exclusively for road construction, maintenance, repairs, and related purposes - prohibiting use for equipment, salaries, or non-road projects. The amendment also prevents local governments from imposing new fuel-related taxes without voter approval and clarifies these funds won’t count toward state revenue calculations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Revenue Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

introduced · Missouri · House Nov 25, 2025

HB 13: Appropriates money for real property leases and related services

HB 13 allocates approximately $6.5 million from state funds to cover real property leases, utilities, furniture, and building modifications for Missouri state departments and agencies during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It specifically funds departments like Education (including school facilities), Revenue, Agriculture, and the Ethics Commission, with amounts drawn from designated funds such as General Revenue and federal programs. The bill allows limited flexibility (e.g., 5% between certain departments) to shift funds within the approved budget categories but prohibits using these funds for purposes beyond the specified lease and facility needs. This is a routine funding authorization, not a policy change, and does not alter existing laws or create new obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget

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