Maddy summaryHB 1955 updates Missouri state laws regarding how the state manages its financial assets and how residents calculate their state income taxes. The bill requires the state treasurer to keep at least one percent of state funds in local banks as cash or interest-bearing deposits, provided these funds are not needed for current expenses. It also modifies the state income tax code by adding specific federal tax refunds and interest amounts to a taxpayer's income while allowing certain deductions to be subtracted. These tax adjustments are designed to align Missouri's tax calculations with changes in federal tax laws, such as rules on business interest and property tax deductions.
Rep. Sherri Gallick
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Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the rules for how the state treasurer manages linked deposits, which are funds set aside to provide loans to specific groups like minority-owned businesses, farmers, and small enterprises. Under the new provisions, the treasurer must make a good faith effort to ensure these deposits are used to offer loans at reduced interest rates to eligible borrowers, with the specific discount depending on current market rates. The legislation also establishes strict guidelines for loan agreements, requiring that the duration of the deposit matches the loan term and that the state receives market interest rates if the funds are not actively lending to eligible parties. Additionally, the bill mandates that the treasurer prioritize renewing existing loan agreements over funding new applications to maintain a stable flow of capital.