Budget & Taxes (Revenue)

in committee · Missouri · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SB 1686: Repeals certain tax incentives for professional sports teams

SB 1686 repeals Missouri's "Show-Me Sports Investment Act," which previously allowed the state to provide tax incentives to professional sports teams. The bill ends a program that permitted state funding up to the baseline tax revenue generated by large sports facilities (over 30,000 seats) for Major League Baseball and NFL teams. This directly affects teams like the Kansas City Chiefs or St. Louis Cardinals, removing the mechanism for the state to fund stadium projects based on projected tax revenue from the facility. The repeal eliminates the legal framework for future state financial support tied to sports venue construction or renovation.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals tax incentives for sports teams, ending state funding tied to projected tax revenue, thus restricting tax breaks for large corporations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Tax Incentives

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in committee · Missouri · Senate May 7, 2026

SJR 120: Establishes the Stop Socialism Act

SJR 120 is a constitutional amendment proposal (not a law) submitted to Missouri voters in 2026. It would require that counties receive state funding proportional to their tax contributions, defined as each county's share of state income and sales tax revenue. Counties receiving less funding than their tax contribution would trigger refunds to residents based on their income tax filings. This amendment directly affects how Missouri allocates general revenue funds to counties, aiming to limit state redistribution of tax dollars.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill mandates proportional county funding based on tax contributions, restricting state redistribution of funds and limiting fiscal management flexibility.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Revenue Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 3249: Extends the jet fuel sales tax exemption until 2043

HB 3249 extends Missouri's existing tax exemption for jet fuel used by airlines in interstate air travel until 2043, replacing a previous expiration date of 2033. The exemption allows airlines to avoid paying state sales and use taxes on jet fuel, provided they have already paid up to $1.5 million in such taxes during a calendar year. Airlines must provide a written certificate to fuel sellers to claim the exemption and may use a direct payment agreement with the state revenue department to manage tax obligations. This change ensures continued tax relief for airlines operating in Missouri's aviation sector without altering the current $1.5 million annual cap on taxable fuel.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExtends tax exemption for airlines, reducing state revenue and weakening fiscal management by prolonging a tax break without public service funding.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyExtends tax exemption for jet fuel (fossil fuel), favoring fossil energy use over renewable alternatives. No renewable energy provisions.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends tax exemption for airline jet fuel, reducing operational costs for aviation sector and supporting transportation infrastructure maintenance and growth.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Tax Incentives Airports Roads & Highways

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 3156: Modifies provisions for the "Show-Me Sports Investment Act"

HB 3156 modifies Missouri's "Show-Me Sports Investment Act" to govern state funding for large athletic and entertainment facilities. It directly affects MLB and NFL teams seeking state support for projects costing at least $500 million with seating over 30,000. Key provisions cap annual state spending at the facility’s baseline year tax revenue (from operations), limit funding to 30 years, and require local government approval for projects over $100 million. The bill also prohibits including residential or retail development in eligible projects and mandates compliance with state infrastructure funding laws.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCaps annual state spending on sports facilities at baseline tax revenue and limits funding to 30 years, restricting public expenditure on large entertainment projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue

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passed · Missouri · House May 7, 2026

HJR 169: Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to restrictions on state revenue

HJR 169 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring voter approval before Missouri state or local districts can increase taxes, debt, or annual spending above certain thresholds. It directly affects state and local governments (excluding government-owned enterprises) by mandating public votes for new revenue measures and creating a refund process for illegally collected revenue. Key mechanisms include requiring districts to provide detailed spending data to voters before tax/debt votes, refunding illegally collected revenue with 10% annual interest, and suspending certain spending limits only during declared emergencies. The amendment takes effect January 1, 2027, and would override conflicting existing laws.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRequires voter approval for tax/debt increases, restricting government's ability to raise revenue without public consent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Revenue State Budget

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2870: Establishes a sunset date for county sales taxes imposed for county revenue purposes

HB 2870 requires most county sales taxes used for general revenue to expire 10 years after renewal or adoption, mandating counties to add expiration dates to tax documents and ballot questions. It exempts taxes specifically for jail construction projects, allowing them to last up to 20 years or until related bonds are paid off. The bill applies to all counties (and cities outside counties) imposing such taxes, directly affecting local government revenue planning. The state Department of Revenue will enforce compliance and provide implementation guidance.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRequires expiration of most county sales taxes after 10 years, restricting long-term tax revenue stability and mandating renewal, limiting fiscal permanence.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HJR 131: Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to taxation

HJR 131 proposes a constitutional amendment to Missouri's Article X that would establish new property tax exemptions and set a state revenue limit. It would exempt certain properties (veterans' homesteads, manufacturing inventories, religious/charitable properties) from taxation and require counties to replace lost tax revenue through a new countywide tax on specific commercial property. The amendment also sets a state revenue cap, limiting total state taxes (excluding federal funds) to a formula based on historical revenue and Missouri personal income, effective for fiscal year 2027-2028. This would directly affect businesses (manufacturers, retailers), property owners (veterans, religious organizations), and local governments managing tax replacement mechanisms. The amendment requires voter approval to take effect.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes state revenue cap limiting tax collection, restricting fiscal flexibility and government spending authority.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans' homesteads from property tax, directly reducing financial burden on veterans per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Sales Tax

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