Housing

in committee · Missouri · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 1743: Modifies provisions governing the seizure of property for tax delinquencies

HB 1743 modifies tax collection rules by adding specific exemptions to property seizures for unpaid taxes. It protects primary residences (including farm properties held in LLCs used as homes) and farm-related personal property from seizure solely due to tax delinquency. The bill requires tax collectors to first attempt personal payment demands or leave written notices, and prohibits seizures before October 1 each year. These changes directly affect homeowners and farmers whose properties qualify for the new exemptions. The bill is currently pending in committee with no votes yet recorded.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects primary residences (including farm properties used as homes) from tax seizure, strengthening property rights. Directly addresses property rights (a core housing topic aspect) through exemptions and notice requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2090: Establishes provisions relating to the reporting of positive rental payment information to a consumer reporting agency

HB 2090 requires most Missouri landlords to offer tenants the voluntary option to have their on-time rent payments reported to credit bureaus. Landlords must provide a written election form detailing the option, fees (capped at $10/month or actual cost), and the right to opt out for six months. The law applies to most residential landlords but excludes single-property owners of buildings with 15 or fewer units. Tenants must pay any required fee separately from rent, and failure to pay may temporarily halt reporting for six months. The requirement begins for new leases on or after February 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables tenants to build credit via on-time rent reporting, strengthening tenant financial stability and access to housing without mandatory fees.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 1716: Creates an opportunity for entities to establish a workforce housing investment fund

HB 1716 establishes a state grant program to create workforce housing investment funds in rural communities (populations under 50,000). Nonprofit development organizations can apply for grants up to $1 million over two years to launch these funds, requiring a 1:1 match from private or local sources. The program supports projects like new construction, rehabilitating dilapidated housing, or upper-story development, with units costing no more than $275,000 (owner-occupied) or $200,000 (rental) per unit. Grantees must report annually on fund usage, achieve occupancy within 24 months, and maintain financial oversight through independent audits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state grant program (funding) for workforce housing in rural communities, allocating state funds for housing projects via 1:1 match requirement.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes state grants for workforce housing funds in rural areas, funding new construction/rehab with affordability caps ($200k-$275k units), directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance Tags Rural Communities

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passed · Missouri · House Apr 21, 2026

HJR 115: Proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing a disabled veteran homestead exemption

HJR 115 proposes a constitutional amendment to create a property tax exemption for Missouri disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. It defines a "disabled veteran" as a Missouri resident honorably separated from military service with a 100% VA-certified service-connected disability, and a "homestead" as their primary residence (not exceeding 2.5 acres). The exemption would apply to real property used as a primary home, excluding portions rented for more than six months annually. This amendment requires voter approval in the 2026 general election and would replace the current property tax exemption provisions in Missouri's constitution.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates property tax exemption for disabled veterans, providing targeted tax relief and reducing government revenue from this source.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax exemption for disabled veterans' primary residence, reducing housing costs and advancing affordability for a specific group.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProposes property tax exemption for disabled veterans (100% VA-certified), directly advancing financial benefits and recognizing service through tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2455: Modifies provisions relating to unlawful discriminatory practices and establishes the Missouri Fair Housing Act

HB 2455 replaces Missouri's existing anti-discrimination laws with a new Missouri Fair Housing Act framework. It expands protections to prohibit housing discrimination based on familial status (e.g., families with children) and clarifies "disability" to include individuals successfully in rehabilitation programs. The bill creates 28 new sections defining prohibited practices in both employment and housing, including updated terms for protected characteristics like race, religion, and disability. This directly affects landlords, employers, and residents across Missouri by establishing clearer standards for fair housing and workplace practices.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands anti-discrimination protections in housing to include familial status and disability rehabilitation, directly preventing housing discrimination per bill's purpose.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands anti-discrimination protections in employment (familial status, disability in rehab programs) via new prohibited practices sections, directly strengthening worker protections.95% confidence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1954: Adds provisions relating to a landlord failing to remedy a condition that would materially affect the health and safety of a tenant

HB 1954 requires Missouri landlords to fix health- and safety-threatening conditions in rental properties within 30 days of a tenant’s written notice. It directly affects tenants facing hazards like pest infestations (defined broadly to include bedbugs, rodents, and spiders), hazardous mold, sewage backups, or unsafe structural issues, and landlords who fail to act. Landlords must cover tenant health costs resulting from their failure to remediate, and must have repairs verified by a licensed inspector after fixing the problem. The bill adds these specific protections to Missouri’s landlord-tenant law (RSMo § 441.237).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates landlords to fix health-hazardous housing conditions (pests, mold, sewage) within 30 days, directly preventing health issues and requiring coverage of tenant health costs. Subjects explicitly include HEALTH CARE.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates landlords to fix health/safety hazards within 30 days, cover tenant health costs, and require licensed verification - directly strengthens tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2491: Modifies provisions for senior housing subsidies

HB 2491 revises Missouri's rules for senior rental housing subsidies by replacing outdated definitions and creating new income-based categories. It directly affects senior housing projects (buildings with 4+ units built/rehabbed under federal programs and restricted to seniors) and their tenants, particularly those classified as "low income," "moderate income," or "middle income senior" based on HUD income thresholds. Key provisions define terms like "affordable rent" (capped at 30% of tenant income) and require subsidies to "expand affordability" for low-income seniors. The bill updates how the Missouri Housing Development Commission administers these subsidies, ensuring they align with federal housing standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingUpdates senior housing subsidy definitions and caps rent at 30% of income, strengthening tenant protections for seniors under HUD thresholds.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Renters Tags Seniors

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1100: Prohibits certain corporations from acquiring residential real estate in this state

SB 1100 prohibits specific corporations from purchasing residential properties within the state. The bill directly affects those corporations identified in the legislation, though the abstract does not specify which entities are covered. It does not detail enforcement mechanisms, exceptions, or implementation procedures. As the bill is currently in early stages (prefiled, first reading), no further substantive provisions or key mechanisms are described in the available information. This is a procedural bill with no concrete policy details provided beyond the title.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits corporate acquisition of residential properties, potentially preventing displacement and supporting affordable housing access.70% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2345: Authorizes tax credits for developing or renting housing for victims of domestic violence

HB 2345 creates tax credits for Missouri taxpayers who donate to domestic violence shelters or rape crisis centers. Businesses and individuals can claim a 50% tax credit for donations before July 1, 2022, and 70% after, up to $50,000 annually per taxpayer. The bill limits total annual credits to $2 million before 2022 (no limit after), requires donations of at least $100 to qualify, and includes a $1,000 credit for converting abandoned property into shelters starting in 2027. It directly affects taxpayers making qualifying donations and shelters classified by the Department of Social Services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits to incentivize donations to domestic violence shelters, directly funding essential services through tax incentives per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides tax credits for domestic violence shelter housing, directly supporting victim services within criminal justice reform by enhancing safety and resources for victims.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax credits for developing housing for domestic violence victims and converting abandoned property into shelters, directly funding affordable housing solutions for a vulnerable population.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Domestic Violence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1715: Establishes tax incentives in relation to workforce and disaster recovery housing

HB 1715 creates a Missouri tax credit program to incentivize workforce and disaster recovery housing projects. It provides tax credits against state income or franchise taxes for housing developers, contractors, or nonprofits building projects that meet specific criteria, including locations in designated "distressed workforce housing communities" or counties with state disaster declarations eligible for FEMA aid. Projects must include at least two single-family homes (or four in non-small cities), three multi-unit dwelling units, or two units in redeveloped multi-use buildings. The credits cover qualifying costs like construction or rehabilitation, excluding amounts already covered by other government grants or tax credits, and target underutilized sites like brownfields (contaminated properties) or grayfields (blighted, outdated developments).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credits for housing projects, directly incentivizing development through fiscal policy to support workforce/disaster recovery housing initiatives.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides tax credits for workforce/disaster housing projects in distressed areas, directly incentivizing affordable housing development through financial incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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