Budget & Taxes (Sales Tax)

in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2433: Authorizes a transient guest tax for tourism purposes in Lexington

HB 2433 would allow qualifying cities and counties in Kentucky to impose a transient guest tax (a tax on short-term lodging like hotels) to fund tourism initiatives. It specifies detailed population and classification requirements for jurisdictions to qualify, including Lexington if it meets the listed criteria (such as population size and county classification). The tax would directly affect visitors staying in participating areas and local governments managing tourism revenue. The bill is currently in early stages (prefiled and read for first time), so no tax would be implemented until enacted. This is a procedural framework bill, not a specific tax for Lexington alone.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes new transient guest tax on short-term lodging to fund tourism initiatives, directly creating a revenue stream under tax authority for tourism programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2079: Exempts the retail sale of food from state sales and use tax and phases out local sales and use tax on the retail sale of food over four years

HB 2079 exempts the retail sale of food from Missouri's state sales tax starting August 2026, while phasing out local sales and use taxes on food over four years (2027-2030). It defines "food" narrowly to exclude prepared meals from restaurants, fast food, and similar establishments where over 80% of revenue comes from immediate consumption. The bill directs the revenue from the remaining 1% state tax (until 2026) to the school district trust fund, as required by existing law. This directly affects grocery stores, convenience stores, and food retailers, but not restaurants or eateries meeting the defined exclusion.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts food sales from state sales tax (tax relief for essential items), phases out local food taxes, and directs remaining revenue to school funding - aligning with tax relief and public service funding indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed · Missouri · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 1023: Modifies provisions relating to funding for certain libraries

SB 1023 would add specific counties to the current list of counties permitted to collect a sales tax dedicated to public library services. This bill expands the existing authorization without changing the tax rate, funding requirements, or how library funds are used. It directly affects the newly added counties by allowing them to implement this tax method for library funding. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Local Government Committee.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables additional counties to levy sales tax for public library funding, expanding authorized tax-based support for public services without altering rates or requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 2515: Establishes a motor fuel tax exemption for certain government-owned vehicles when used for public service purposes

HB 2515 exempts motor fuel used in government-owned vehicles primarily serving public purposes from state fuel tax. It applies to vehicles like fire trucks, ambulances, police cars, and snowplows owned or leased by state/local governments, provided they are used for public service 75% of the time. The bill requires that at least 75% of a vehicle's mileage directly supports essential government functions or public services to qualify for the exemption. This policy change removes a cost burden for qualifying government fleets without altering existing tax rates for private vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts government vehicle fuel tax for public services, reducing operational costs and promoting fiscal responsibility for essential services.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExempts government vehicles (fire, police, ambulances) from fuel tax, reducing operational costs for essential public service transportation infrastructure maintenance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SB 1191: Exempts certain families from income tax

SB 1191, titled the "Next Generation Family Act," exempts Missouri taxpayers with three or more children (who qualify for federal dependency exemptions) from state income tax starting in 2027. It directly affects families meeting this federal dependency threshold, regardless of the federal exemption amount. The bill requires the state Department of Revenue to create implementing rules, but the core change is a state tax exemption for qualifying households. This policy modifies the state income tax structure for eligible families beginning with tax years after 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts qualifying families (three+ children) from state income tax, providing direct tax relief aligned with middle/lower income support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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passed both · Missouri · House May 7, 2026

HB 1707: Excludes certain processing fees from the definition of gross receipts for sales tax purposes

HB 1707 modifies Missouri's sales tax code by excluding credit card and debit card processing fees from the definition of "gross receipts." This means businesses will no longer pay sales tax on these transaction fees, as they are now specifically exempted from the taxable sales amount. The bill directly affects retailers, restaurants, and other businesses that process payments through credit or debit cards. The key mechanism clarifies that these fees, previously included in taxable gross receipts, are now treated as separate from the actual sale price for tax calculation purposes. This change reduces the tax burden on businesses for payment processing costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes credit card processing fees from taxable gross receipts, reducing business tax burden. Direct tax relief aligns with fiscal responsibility indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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passed both · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1768: Modifies provisions relating to the classification of certain residential real property used for short-term rentals

This bill clarifies that single-family homes rented for less than 30 consecutive days (subject to sales tax) must be classified as residential property for tax purposes, not as "transient housing." It explicitly defines "transient housing" as rentals where rent receipts are subject to sales tax, excluding short-term home rentals. This affects property owners and local tax assessors who must apply this classification when determining property tax rates. The change ensures short-term rentals are taxed under residential rates rather than commercial rates, without altering rental regulations or tenant rights.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill classifies short-term rentals as residential property, lowering property tax rates (tax relief) and clarifying tax administration for assessors, directly addressing tax classification.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SJR 84: Eliminates property taxes on personal property

SJR 84 would eliminate property taxes on personal property, such as vehicles, furniture, and equipment, directly affecting individuals and businesses that own these items. The bill removes the tax obligation for personal property without introducing new fees or modifying existing exemptions. This is a straightforward policy change targeting the tax treatment of movable assets, distinct from real estate taxes. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having been prefaced in December 2025 and receiving its first reading in January 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEliminates property taxes on personal property, providing tax relief to individuals and businesses, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House Feb 5, 2026

HJR 111: Proposes a constitutional amendment relating to property tax

HJR 111 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow specific school districts (like Kansas City Public Schools) with 1995 federal court-ordered property tax rates to set lower annual tax rates without voter approval. It requires voter approval for tax rates equal to or higher than the 1995 court rate. For 2027, districts must set tax rates to maintain 2026 revenue levels plus a Consumer Price Index-based increase. This amendment expires December 31, 2026, and applies only to districts with court-ordered levies from 1995.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllows specific school districts to set lower property tax rates without voter approval, providing targeted tax relief while maintaining revenue requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Property Tax Sales Tax

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2575: Modifies provisions relating to income tax

HB 2575 modifies Missouri's individual income tax rates for residents. It sets a fixed top tax rate of 4.95% for tax years 2023-2026, replacing the previous tiered system. Starting in 2027, the top rate will be 4.7% or the existing rate as of January 1, 2027, whichever is lower. Additionally, the bill allows for annual 0.15 percentage point reductions beginning in 2024, potentially lowering the rate to zero over time. This affects all Missouri residents who pay state income tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces top income tax rates (4.95% to 4.7%) with annual cuts, providing tax relief for taxpayers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Sales Tax

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