Creates new requirements for the general assembly when regulating local governments

HJR 178 is a proposed constitutional amendment requiring Missouri's legislature to include detailed fiscal impact statements for any bill that modifies local government mandates. These statements must identify affected local governments, estimate all costs (including administrative and compliance), distinguish between one-time and ongoing expenses, and confirm state funding availability. The bill prevents local governments from implementing mandates without guaranteed state funding, suspending requirements if funding isn't secured while keeping the underlying law valid. This directly affects Missouri's cities, counties, and other local entities by ensuring state funding precedes their implementation of new mandates.