HB 3337 creates a state tax credit for Missouri homeowners who install qualifying solar energy systems, such as solar panels and inverters, that also qualify for the federal tax credit. It allows eligible homeowners to claim a credit equal to 30% of their solar installation costs from 2027-2032, increasing to 35% in 2033 and 40% from 2034 onward. The credit is refundable (meaning it can generate a cash refund if it exceeds tax liability) but cannot be sold or transferred. The program expires on December 31, 2038, unless the Missouri legislature reauthorizes it.
SB 1754 - Office of Administration OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION . Governor Senate GR $ 393,349,161 $ 351,359,274 FEDERAL 144,050,144 144,050,144 OTHER 194,320,299 186,120,299 . _____________ _____________ TOTAL $ 731,719,604 $ 681,529,717 . House Final GR $ FEDERAL OTHER . _____________ _____________ TOTAL $ EMPLOYEE BENEFITS . Governor Senate GR $1,046,388,376 $1,088,281,376 FEDERAL 349,665,859 354,422,859 OTHER 355,137,528 355,137,528 . _____________ _____________ TOTAL $1,751,191,763 $1,797,841,763 . House Final GR $ FEDERAL OTHER . _____________ _____________ TOTAL $ ADAM KOENIGSFELD
HB 3335 would allow Henry County to impose a 0.2% sales tax on retail purchases, subject to voter approval, specifically to fund local museums. The tax requires county voters to approve it in an election with a majority "yes" vote, and funds would only support nonprofit museums (501(c)(3) organizations) designated as tourism attractions by county officials. The tax would be collected alongside existing sales taxes, administered by the state revenue director, and managed by a county-appointed museum board. This policy change directly affects Henry County residents through the new tax and local museums through dedicated funding for operations and improvements.
HB 3428 creates a tax amnesty program allowing taxpayers to pay past-due taxes from 2014 without penalties or interest, provided they pay in full by November 30, 2015, and agree to comply with tax laws for eight years. It directly affects taxpayers with unpaid state tax liabilities due by December 31, 2014, excluding those under criminal investigation or litigation. The program establishes a "Tax Amnesty Fund" to hold payments, using funds to increase MO HealthNet provider reimbursements and dental coverage for adults in fiscal 2016, with any remaining money after 2023 transferred to general revenue. The bill specifies strict eligibility rules, including full payment deadlines, 8-year compliance requirements, and forfeiture of appeal rights for participating taxpayers.
HB 3477 removes annual spending limits on the "Champion for Children Tax Credit," which allows taxpayers to claim a credit for donations to qualifying child advocacy organizations (CASA, child advocacy centers, or crisis care centers). Previously, the program had cumulative caps limiting total credits issued each fiscal year ($1 million through 2019, $1.5 million through 2025, and $2.5 million through 2027). The bill eliminates these caps, enabling taxpayers to claim the credit without those annual restrictions. This change directly affects taxpayers donating to eligible child advocacy groups, making the tax credit more accessible without spending limits. The credit remains limited to 50% (or 70% after 2024) of verified contributions, with a $50 minimum and $50,000 annual maximum per taxpayer.
SB 1701 creates a Missouri state tax credit for individuals who adopt pets from animal shelters. Taxpayers can claim a credit of up to $125 per adoption (capped at two adoptions per year), based on adoption fees and associated costs. The credit requires a receipt from the shelter and expires if the adopted pet is returned, abused, or not properly cared for. The program has an annual $500,000 cap on total credits and will sunset after six years unless reauthorized.
HB 3515 prohibits Missouri state and local governments from using taxpayer funds to enforce federal emissions regulations on diesel-powered commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses, and transporters. It directly affects state agencies, local officials, and businesses operating these vehicles by banning enforcement actions like inspections or fines related to emissions control devices. The law imposes $100,000 civil penalties on entities employing officials who knowingly enforce such federal rules, and allows lawsuits to recover attorney fees and costs. Violators must pay court costs if sued, with no immunity for government employees acting under federal authority.
HB 3226, titled "Missouri Earned Family and Medical Leave Act," actually modifies Missouri's income tax code rather than creating leave benefits. It adjusts federal adjusted gross income for state tax purposes by adding certain federal tax refunds (like those from pandemic relief) and interest, while subtracting specific items like interest on federal bonds. This directly affects all Missouri taxpayers by changing how federal tax items are treated in their state tax calculations. The bill contains technical tax provisions with no connection to family or medical leave policies.
HB 3297 allows residential development in commercial or industrial zones if at least 40% of units are affordable for 30 years, prohibiting local governments from requiring zoning changes or special approvals for such projects. It mandates minimum density and height standards based on existing local rules and permits administrative approval without additional board review. The bill also creates property tax exemptions for qualifying affordable housing: full exemption for households earning ≤80% of median income, and 75% exemption for 80-120% of median income, applicable to new multifamily projects with over 70 units meeting income criteria. These tax benefits require annual applications with income verification and tenant restrictions, effective for tax year 2027.
HB 3331 requires state departments to share specific information with the House and Senate budget committees upon request. It mandates departments to provide: the names and count of nonprofit groups receiving state funds, copies of their IRS Form 990 tax filings, annual data on individuals served (including zip codes), and any agreements between the department and nonprofits. This bill directly affects state departments managing grant programs and the budget committees overseeing state spending. As a transparency measure, it focuses on procedural information sharing rather than altering funding rules. (Procedural bill; summary kept to 4 sentences as requested.)
