Budget & Taxes (Sales Tax)

in committee · Missouri · House Apr 20, 2026

HB 1671: Modifies the Tourism Supplemental Revenue Fund

This bill creates a dedicated "Division of Tourism Supplemental Revenue Fund" in Missouri's state treasury, funded primarily by a portion of sales taxes from tourism-related businesses (such as hotels, attractions, and travel services, identified by specific SIC codes). The fund's annual deposits are capped at $3 million more than the previous year's amount and are calculated using tourism sales tax revenue. Before spending from the fund, the Division of Tourism must submit a marketing strategy to legislative committees for review. The fund expires on June 30, 2020, and its money cannot be returned to the general revenue fund at the end of a biennium.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated tourism fund from sales tax revenue, allocating existing tax income to tourism marketing program with annual deposit cap.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 23, 2026

SB 1148: Repeals certain taxes imposed on the sale of bingo cards

SB 1148 repeals specific taxes that currently apply to the sale of bingo cards. This bill directly affects organizations that sell bingo cards, such as charitable groups or nonprofit entities, by eliminating the tax burden on these sales. The key provision is the removal of existing tax requirements for bingo card transactions, simplifying compliance for these sellers. The bill does not create new rules but removes current tax obligations related to this activity. It is currently pending in the Senate Appropriations Committee after initial readings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals tax on bingo card sales for nonprofits, providing tax relief and reducing compliance burden for charitable organizations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 1189: Modifies provisions relating to juvenile detention centers

SB 1189 modifies Missouri's laws governing juvenile detention centers, requiring counties to provide separate facilities for minors that prevent contact with adult inmates. It establishes new rules for counties to coordinate shared detention facilities across multiple counties within judicial circuits, with costs prorated based on population. The bill allows counties to impose an additional up to 1% sales tax to fund these facilities, while mandating that detention centers must provide care resembling "good homes" and be overseen by a superintendent appointed by the juvenile court. This directly affects counties (especially third and fourth class), juvenile courts, and children in detention.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes counties to impose up to 1% additional sales tax to fund juvenile detention centers, directly linking taxation to government spending for a specific program.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires separate juvenile facilities from adults to prevent negative influences, aligning with rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform by improving youth care and reducing recidivism risks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Courts Judges Juvenile Justice

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1112: Authorizes a sales tax exemption for breast pump supplies

SB 1112 would remove sales tax on breast pump supplies, including items like bottles, shields, and storage containers. This exemption directly affects new mothers, caregivers, and families purchasing these essential products. The bill’s key provision is a specific tax exemption for these medical supplies, making them more affordable. Currently pending in the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee, it has not yet been enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief on essential medical supplies, making products more affordable for families, aligning with support indicators for lower-income tax relief.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves sales tax on breast pump supplies, improving affordability and access to essential maternal healthcare products.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 8, 2026

SB 845: Authorizes a tax credit for contributions to certain youth police initiatives

SB 845 authorizes a tax credit for businesses and individuals who contribute to certain youth-focused police initiatives. Donors would receive a state income tax reduction equal to their contribution amount. The credit applies only to contributions made to specific programs defined in the bill, such as community outreach or mentorship efforts. This policy change directly affects taxpayers who fund these community safety programs by reducing their tax liability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes tax credit reducing taxpayer liability for contributions to youth police initiatives, providing direct tax relief per summary.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credit funding for youth police initiatives (community outreach/mentorship), directly advancing community safety programs aligned with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Policing

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1096: Authorizes a sales tax exemption for certain property sold at auction

SB 1096 would authorize a sales tax exemption for specific property sold at auction. It directly affects sellers and buyers of qualifying property (like personal property or certain real estate) during auction sales. The key provision removes the requirement to pay state sales tax on these qualifying auction transactions. This bill focuses on changing the tax treatment for these sales without altering broader tax structures. (Note: The bill is currently in committee review and has not yet passed.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for qualifying auction sales, reducing sales tax burden per its summary, aligning with tax relief indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SJR 77: Authorizes a property tax exemption for disabled veterans

SJR 77 is a Senate Joint Resolution proposing a property tax exemption for disabled veterans. It would authorize the state to exempt qualifying disabled veterans from paying property taxes on their primary residence. This resolution is currently in early stages (prefiled and first read) and would require further legislative approval to become law. It does not currently change tax policy but proposes a new exemption for disabled veterans if enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProposes property tax exemption for disabled veterans, providing targeted tax relief to a specific group, aligning with tax relief indicators.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProposes property tax exemption for disabled veterans, directly expanding financial benefits and reducing costs for this group.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Tax Incentives Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SB 1336: Authorizes a tax credit for the purchase of certain homes

Based solely on the provided abstract and bill details, a substantive summary cannot be generated. The abstract ("Authorizes a tax credit for the purchase of certain homes") and title lack specific details about eligibility criteria (e.g., income level, home price limits, first-time buyer status), the credit amount, or implementation mechanisms. Without these concrete policy elements, describing "who it directly affects" or "key mechanisms" would require speculation, which conflicts with the requirement to remain factual and neutral. The bill's current status (prefiled, first read) confirms it is early in the process, but this does not clarify the policy substance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a tax credit for home purchases, a form of tax relief. Strong inference aligns with support indicators for middle-income homeownership, though eligibility details are unspecified.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives

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passed · Missouri · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1883: Provides a sales tax exemption for certain used personal property

HB 1883 creates a sales tax exemption for certain used personal property sold by businesses in Missouri. It directly affects businesses selling items like used manufacturing equipment, repair parts for vehicles or aircraft, and materials recovered for reuse in production. Key provisions exempt physical items used in manufacturing processes (such as machinery parts or recycled materials), repair services for transportation equipment, and property used in material recovery facilities. This policy change removes sales tax from these specific transactions, aligning with existing tax exemption rules for similar business inputs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates sales tax exemption for business sales, providing tax relief for manufacturers and recyclers, directly advancing tax policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Mar 11, 2026

SJR 68: Prohibits the taxation of unrealized gains

This bill prohibits state taxation of unrealized gains, meaning it would prevent taxes on increases in the value of assets (like stocks or property) before those assets are sold. It directly affects taxpayers who hold appreciating assets but haven't yet converted them to cash. The bill establishes a clear rule that unrealized gains cannot be subject to state tax, without specifying implementation details or exceptions. As a procedural measure, it focuses on defining a tax boundary rather than creating new programs or altering existing tax structures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProhibits state taxation of unrealized gains, reducing tax burden on asset holders without specifying exceptions, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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