Veterans (Veteran Healthcare)

in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1107: Modifies provisions relating to compensation for assisting or advising in veteran benefits matters

SB 1107 restricts paid assistance for Missouri veterans navigating benefits claims. It prohibits most individuals or organizations from charging fees for advising or helping with claims filed through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or Missouri Veterans' Commission, except as permitted under federal law. The bill requires any paid service provider to use a written agreement meeting federal standards (38 CFR 14.636), provide clear disclaimers that free help exists through government agencies, and avoid guaranteeing specific benefits. This directly affects veterans seeking assistance and paid service providers, aiming to prevent deceptive practices while ensuring transparency about available free resources.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRestricts paid assistance to prevent exploitation and ensures access to free government help, protecting veterans' interests in benefits navigation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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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

HJR 145: Proposes a constitutional amendment granting property tax exemptions to certain disabled veterans

HJR 145 proposes a constitutional amendment to exempt certain disabled veterans' property from Missouri state taxes. It would grant tax exemptions for homestead property and personal belongings (like household goods and vehicles) owned by Missouri residents who are certified as having a 100% service-connected disability by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The amendment would require the state to replace lost tax revenue through a countywide tax on specific commercial property, ensuring local governments retain funding. This change would apply to veterans meeting strict criteria, including honorable military service and Missouri residency. The bill is currently in early legislative stages (prefiled and read first time).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides targeted tax relief for disabled veterans via property exemption, with revenue replacement via commercial property tax to maintain fiscal balance.92% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransGrants property tax exemptions for disabled veterans' homesteads and belongings, directly expanding financial benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1245: Creates a preference for veterans in the awarding of public contracts

SB 1245 creates a 3-point preference in state and local government contract awards for businesses owned and controlled by honorably discharged veterans (51% veteran ownership) and service-disabled veterans (51% veteran ownership with disability certification). It requires state agencies and political subdivisions to prioritize these veteran-owned businesses when awarding public contracts, aiming for 3% of contracts to go to such businesses if qualified bids are available. The bill prohibits businesses from receiving bonus points under both veteran categories simultaneously. This policy directly affects state/local government procurement processes and veteran-owned businesses operating in Missouri.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates 3-point preference for veteran-owned businesses in public contracts, aiming for 3% allocation, directly supporting veteran employment and business opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HJR 105: Proposes a constitutional amendment exempting from taxation certain real and personal property owned by former prisoners of war, veterans with a total service-connected disability, and Purple Heart recipients

HJR 105 proposes a constitutional amendment to exempt certain veterans' property from Missouri property taxes. It would add former prisoners of war, veterans with total service-connected disabilities, and Purple Heart recipients to the existing list of individuals eligible for a property tax exemption. The amendment repeals the current Section 6 of Article X in the Missouri Constitution and replaces it with new language explicitly including these veteran groups. This change would require voter approval in 2026 to take effect, directly benefiting qualifying veterans and their families by reducing their property tax burden.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemption for veterans, reducing tax burden and aligning with tax relief support indicators for targeted groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands property tax exemption to include POWs, disabled vets, and Purple Heart recipients, directly advancing veterans' financial benefits under state tax policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2306: Authorizes the "Missouri Disabled Veterans' Homestead Exemption" relating to a disabled veteran residential real property assessed value exemption

HB 2306 creates a property tax exemption for Missouri veterans with service-connected disabilities rated at 30% or higher by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It reduces the taxable value of their primary residence by up to $500,000 based on disability rating (e.g., $10,000 for 30-50% rating, $500,000 for 100% rating). Surviving spouses retain the exemption if they live in the home and don’t remarry, and applications require annual VA documentation by April 1, starting tax year 2027. The exemption applies only to owner-occupied homes (not commercial properties) and does not affect how local tax rates are set.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for disabled veterans, reducing taxable value of primary residences and providing targeted tax relief under taxation policy.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates property tax exemption for disabled veterans, reducing taxable value up to $500k based on VA disability rating, directly expanding financial benefits.95% confidence

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

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 2089: Authorizes the "Missouri Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption"

HB 2089 creates a property tax exemption for Missouri veterans with service-connected disabilities, directly affecting qualifying veterans and their surviving spouses. The bill grants annual exemptions of $2,500 for veterans with 30-49% disability (certified by the VA) and $5,000 for those with 50-69% disability, applied to their primary residence valued under $250,000. Surviving spouses may qualify if the veteran died in service, was eligible but died before applying, or if the spouse receives VA dependency compensation. The exemption applies to tax years beginning January 1, 2027, and requires the veteran to own and reside in the property as their principal home.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, reducing their tax burden and aligning with tax relief indicators for lower-income groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates property tax exemptions ($2.5k-$5k) for disabled veterans with service-connected disabilities, directly expanding financial benefits and reducing tax burden for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses.95% confidence

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

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SJR 88: Authorizes a property tax exemption for disabled veterans

SJR 88 is a proposed constitutional amendment in Missouri that would create a property tax exemption for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. It defines a "disabled veteran" as a Missouri resident with honorable military service and 100% VA disability compensation from service-connected injuries, and exempts their primary residence (homestead) from property taxes. Surviving spouses retain the exemption only if they continue living in the same home; the exemption ends if they sell the property or move. To offset lost local tax revenue, the bill requires counties to impose a replacement tax on certain commercial property (subclass 3 of class 1), with adjustments based on property values and voter approval for rate changes. This is a pending constitutional amendment (prefiled Dec 2025, first read Jan 2026), not yet law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemption for disabled veterans, reducing their tax burden and aligning with tax relief for lower-income groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProposes property tax exemption for disabled veterans and surviving spouses, directly expanding financial benefits and recognition through tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Tax Incentives Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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