Budget & Taxes

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1669: Repeals the tax imposed on the sale of bingo cards

HB 1669 would repeal a tax requiring suppliers to pay 0.2 cents for each bingo card sold in Missouri. This tax is currently collected by the state and contributes to the bingo proceeds for education fund. The bill would eliminate this tax obligation for bingo card suppliers, removing a cost they currently bear. As a result, suppliers would no longer pay this tax, and the state would stop collecting it.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepealing a tax that funds education via bingo proceeds reduces state revenue, defunding a public service program as the tax directly contributed to the education fund.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Mar 11, 2026

SJR 96: Prohibits the taxation of unrealized gains

This proposed constitutional amendment (SJR 96) would prohibit Missouri from taxing increases in value of assets - like stocks, real estate, or business holdings - until those assets are actually sold. It directly affects all Missourians who own appreciating assets, as it would prevent the state from collecting tax on value gains that occur while holding the asset. The key provision adds a new constitutional section stating no tax can be imposed on "unrealized gains" prior to sale. If approved by voters, this would change how Missouri taxes investment growth, requiring assets to be sold before tax applies.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits state taxation of asset value increases until sale, restricting a potential revenue source for government budgets.95% confidence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 14, 2026

HB 2243: Modifies provisions relating to local sales tax exemptions

HB 2243 modifies Missouri's local sales tax law by adding specific exemptions for certain businesses and materials. It exempts tax on items like electrical energy, gas, water, machinery, and chemicals used in manufacturing, processing, mining, or research. The bill also creates new exemptions for defense contractors, broadcasters, large commercial laundries (processing over 500 lbs/hour), and construction materials for nuclear security enterprises in major cities (with a 2034 expiration date). These changes directly affect businesses in manufacturing, defense, broadcasting, and large-scale laundry operations by reducing their sales tax burden on qualifying purchases.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill adds tax exemptions for businesses (manufacturing, defense, etc.), reducing state revenue and weakening tax base per fiscal management indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · House Jan 15, 2026

HJR 132: Proposes a constitutional amendment that exempts buildings under construction from property taxation

HJR 132 proposes a constitutional amendment to exempt buildings under construction from property taxes. Specifically, it would exempt structures classified as "class 1 property" that are not yet usable for their intended purpose due to ongoing construction. This change would directly affect property owners and developers building new commercial or residential structures. The amendment requires voter approval through a constitutional referendum, as outlined in the bill's text.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts construction properties from property tax, reducing government revenue. Directly weakens tax base for state/local budgets.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 1785: Modifies provisions relating to an income tax credit for contributions to pregnancy resource centers

HB 1785 creates a state income tax credit for Missouri taxpayers who donate to qualifying pregnancy resource centers. It offers tax credits of 50% (2007-2020), 70% (2021-2026), and 100% (2027+) of donations, up to $50,000 annually per taxpayer. To qualify, centers must provide free, non-abortion services (no abortions performed/referred) and meet strict criteria like in-person support and IRS tax-exempt status. The bill sets annual spending limits on total credits ($2.5M until 2019, then $3.5M until 2021, with no cap after 2021) and requires state verification of center eligibility.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits reducing state revenue (50-100% of donations), directly weakening budget through tax expenditure rather than strengthening fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides tax credits to fund pregnancy resource centers offering non-abortion health services, directly supporting access to reproductive health care through state incentives.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Women's Health

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passed · Missouri · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 1800: Changes the percentage of the cap on the inflationary growth factor for the assessment growth of real or personal property occurring within a political subdivision, defines assessment value, and adds provisions related to the sales ratio studies performed by the State Tax Commission

HB 1800 modifies Missouri's property tax system by changing the inflation-based cap on how much local governments (cities, counties, school districts) can increase property tax rates annually. It revises the calculation for the "inflationary growth factor," requiring political subdivisions to adjust tax rates to maintain the same revenue as the previous year when property values change, but within a new, lower cap on rate increases. This directly affects local governments that collect property taxes, as they must recalibrate levies to match revenue from the prior year while adhering to the updated inflation limit. The bill replaces the existing cap with a revised formula to prevent excessive annual tax rate hikes tied to property value changes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill lowers cap on annual property tax rate increases for local governments, restricting revenue growth and limiting fiscal flexibility within Budget & Taxes framework.92% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill lowers property tax cap for school districts, restricting revenue growth amid inflation and limiting their ability to fund education programs without explicit funding increases.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Testing & Assessment

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HJR 128: Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to taxation

HJR 128 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring voter approval for most state and local taxes every 25 years after their initial implementation or last rate change. It mandates that taxes must be submitted to voters at the next general election following the 25-year period, with specific timing rules for taxes already in place. The amendment excludes taxes for bond payments or existing debt, and prohibits ballot summaries from labeling such tax votes as "not a tax increase." This would directly affect taxpayers and lawmakers by making most existing taxes subject to periodic voter re-approval.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRequires voter approval for most tax changes every 25 years, restricting government's ability to adjust taxes without public consent, aligning with tax restriction indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Sales Tax State Budget

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1138: Exempts certain professions from income tax

SB 1138 would exempt specific professions from paying state income tax. It directly affects individuals working in those designated professions by removing their income tax liability. The bill's key provision is a change to the state tax code to exclude certain professional income from taxable earnings. This is a substantive policy change currently pending before the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee. The bill's exact scope of professions is not specified in the available abstract.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill exempts professions from income tax, reducing state revenue and weakening tax base.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives Tags Licensing

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2467: Authorizes counties to adopt a real property tax exemption for taxpayers sixty-two years of age and older who own a homestead

HB 2467 would allow Missouri counties to create a property tax exemption for homeowners aged 62 or older who live in their primary residence (homestead). To qualify, individuals must own the property, use it as their main home, and pay the associated taxes. Counties would need to adopt a local ordinance to implement the exemption, which would cover 100% of the homestead’s tax bill starting in 2027. This exemption cannot be transferred, and recipients cannot also claim other property tax benefits or credits under state law.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesTax exemption reduces county revenue, weakening fiscal management by decreasing tax base without offsetting funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1076: Prohibits the seizure of certain property for delinquent taxes

SB 1076 prohibits Missouri counties from seizing personal property (like furniture or vehicles) or a homeowner's primary residence to collect taxes owed *on that specific property*. It exempts household items and homes used as primary residences (including farm properties held in LLCs) from tax-related seizures. This protection applies only when the tax debt is directly tied to the exempt property itself. The bill prevents counties from taking essential assets to cover unpaid taxes on those assets alone.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts tax collection enforcement by prohibiting property seizure for delinquent taxes, limiting government's ability to recover revenue.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects primary residences from tax seizure, advancing property rights for homeowners per bill's exemption of homes from tax-related seizures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Property Taxes

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