Budget & Taxes (Sales Tax)

in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SB 1237: Modifies provisions regarding income taxes, including the imposition of a 4% flat income tax

SB 1237 proposes replacing the current graduated income tax system with a flat 4% tax rate for all income levels. This change would directly affect individuals and businesses earning income within the state, as it would eliminate tiered tax brackets. The bill's key mechanism is the imposition of a uniform 4% tax rate on all taxable income, simplifying the calculation process. Currently pending in the legislative process (prefiled and awaiting first reading), the bill does not specify exemptions or adjustments for low-income earners.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReplaces graduated tax with flat 4% rate, likely increasing burden on middle/lower income per tax structure change indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 4, 2026

HB 2379: Modifies provisions relating to sales taxes for early childhood services

This bill modifies Missouri county sales tax rules to allow local governments to fund early childhood education services. It requires counties seeking to impose an additional sales tax (up to 1.5% after 2025 for qualifying counties) to first obtain voter approval via a specific ballot measure. Revenue collected from such taxes must be deposited exclusively into the early childhood education fund, as defined in Section 67.5420. The bill also sets population-based rate limits and prohibits using these taxes for other purposes like zoological facilities or sports stadiums.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated sales tax revenue stream (up to 1.5%) for early childhood education fund, requiring voter approval. Directly funds public education program through targeted tax mechanism.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes new local sales tax funding for early childhood education, directing revenue exclusively to education fund per Section 67.5420, advancing educational access and funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Early Childhood

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2568: Exempts the retail sale of food from state sales and use tax, subject to a three-year sunset provision

HB 2568 exempts most retail sales of food from Missouri's state sales tax starting January 1, 2027, replacing the current 1% tax rate. The exemption applies to qualifying food items (like groceries sold in stores) but excludes restaurants and similar establishments where over 80% of revenue comes from prepared food. The exemption includes a three-year sunset provision, meaning it will automatically expire on December 31, 2030, unless the legislature reauthorizes it. This change affects grocery retailers and food sellers but does not impact local sales taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts groceries from state sales tax, providing direct tax relief for consumers and reducing government revenue, aligning with tax relief indicators for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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signed · Missouri · Senate Jul 9, 2026

SB 953: Modifies provisions relating to environmental programs within the Department of Natural Resources

SB 953 creates a "Natural Resources Protection Fund" to manage environmental fees, including a new "Missouri Air Emission Reduction Fund" for emissions inspection fees. It changes rules so unspent funds won’t revert to general revenue after 2027 (previously they did), and requires 5% of electric power tax revenue to fund air pollution programs. The Department of Natural Resources will use these funds for environmental programs, while emissions inspection stations must collect and remit fees to the state treasurer. The bill directly affects state environmental agencies, inspection stations, and public programs focused on air/water quality.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates 5% of electric power tax revenue to fund air pollution programs and redirects environmental fees into dedicated funds, strengthening fiscal management for environmental programs.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates Missouri Air Emission Reduction Fund using 5% of electric power tax revenue for air pollution programs, directly funding emissions reduction in energy sector.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates Natural Resources Protection Fund and Air Emission Reduction Fund, mandates dedicated funding for air pollution programs, prevents fund diversion to general revenue95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Energy Storage Air Quality Drinking Water Water Quality

in committee · Missouri · House May 7, 2026

HB 2431: Authorizes certain political subdivisions to levy local taxes, upon voter approval

HB 2431 authorizes qualifying cities (based on specific population and county size criteria) to impose a citywide sales tax of up to 0.5% on retail sales, with all revenue dedicated exclusively to public safety. The tax requires voter approval through a general election ballot question before implementation, and funds must be used solely for police, fire, and emergency medical services equipment, salaries, and facilities. Cities must establish a special trust fund for these revenues, and any remaining funds after tax termination must continue supporting public safety. This bill applies to numerous specific city classifications across Missouri, not just Lexington.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes new local sales tax specifically for public safety funding, dedicating all revenue to police/fire/EMS services without broad tax increases.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds police, fire, and EMS equipment/salaries via dedicated sales tax, directly supporting public safety infrastructure within criminal justice framework95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Policing

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1765: Authorizes Washington County to submit a question to the voters on a transient guest tax for tourism purposes

HB 1765 allows Washington County (with specific population requirements) to ask voters whether to impose a 0.5% tax on hotel and motel stays for tourism promotion. The bill requires the county's governing body to submit a specific ballot question to voters, which must pass by majority vote to take effect. If approved, the tax would be added to room charges, must be listed separately, and funds could only be used for tourism marketing. The tax would not become active without voter approval through this process.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes 0.5% transient guest tax for tourism marketing, directly creating new tax revenue allocation under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1761: Repeals the tax imposed on the sale of bingo cards

HB 1761 repeals a specific tax on pull-tab bingo cards sold by suppliers in Missouri, removing a 2% tax on gross receipts that suppliers previously paid. The bill primarily establishes new licensing requirements for businesses that manufacture or supply bingo equipment, including fingerprint checks for key personnel, annual fees (up to $1,000), and bond requirements. It also creates rules for handling delinquent payments by suppliers or manufacturers, requiring credit restrictions until debts are settled. This bill directly affects bingo equipment suppliers and manufacturers operating in Missouri, changing how they are regulated and taxed.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals 2% tax on bingo suppliers, reducing state revenue and weakening tax collection for the Department of Revenue.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 1465: Authorizes Bollinger County to impose a sales tax for county purposes

SB 1465 authorizes Bollinger County to impose a sales tax for general county purposes. This bill directly affects Bollinger County residents and businesses by allowing the county to collect an additional sales tax. The key provision is the authorization itself, enabling the county to implement this tax without requiring new state-level approval for the tax mechanism. The bill does not specify a tax rate, duration, or exact spending plans, only granting the county the legal authority to do so.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes county sales tax collection, directly enabling new tax authority for county fiscal management per bill summary.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 1433: Authorizes a sales tax exemption for diabetic supplies

SB 1433 would create a sales tax exemption for qualifying diabetic supplies, such as insulin and testing strips, directly affecting people with diabetes who purchase these essential medical products. The bill would remove state sales tax from these supplies, lowering out-of-pocket costs for patients. This policy change applies specifically to medical items used in managing diabetes, as defined by the bill's provisions. The measure is currently in early stages, having been prefilled and receiving its first reading.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts essential diabetic supplies from sales tax, reducing out-of-pocket costs for patients and providing direct tax relief for lower-income individuals managing chronic conditions.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves sales tax on diabetic supplies (insulin, testing strips), lowering patient costs and improving access to essential diabetes care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 2535: Authorizes a homestead tax exemption for certain veterans, and to offset lost property tax revenue, increases the cigarette tax and subjects alternative nicotine products, vapor products, tobacco paraphernalia, and hemp-derived consumable products to an excise tax

HB 2535 provides property tax exemptions for certain veterans and their families starting in 2027. Disabled veterans with a 30%+ disability rating, Purple Heart recipients, and Gold Star spouses (surviving spouses of service members killed in action) receive tax relief based on disability levels, ranging from $3,000 to full exemption on their primary home. To offset lost property tax revenue, the bill increases cigarette taxes and adds new excise taxes on vaping products, tobacco paraphernalia, and hemp consumables. Revenue from these taxes funds a dedicated state fund to reimburse counties for property tax losses tied to the veteran exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesOffsets lost property tax revenue via new excise taxes on tobacco/vaping products, maintaining fiscal balance per bill's explicit language.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides property tax exemptions for disabled veterans (30%+ disability), Purple Heart recipients, and Gold Star spouses, directly advancing veteran benefits through financial relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Sales Tax

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