HB 3312 establishes a 6-year pilot program that redirects local sales tax revenues from purchases made in one county (seller's county) to the county where the buyer lives (purchaser's county). It directly affects veterans and senior citizens in specific small counties (based on population thresholds) by using redirected funds to eliminate veterans' residential property tax bills and reduce up to 30% of senior citizens' property taxes. The program requires sellers to use a unique transaction code to identify the purchaser's county, with tax revenues collected into a separate trust fund before being distributed monthly to qualifying counties. Counties must use these funds first to replace lost revenue from veterans' tax eliminations, then for senior citizen reductions, with any remaining funds going to general county revenue.
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.
SB 1694 extends Missouri's Downtown Economic Stimulus Act (MODESA) to support existing downtown redevelopment projects approved before 2013. It allows developers to modify project areas (including noncontiguous zones outside central business districts), extend project timelines to 35 years, and use tax increments (up to 85% of state income tax and sales tax revenue) to fund development costs. The bill directly affects developers of approved projects, municipalities with designated development areas, and the state through new tax increment financing mechanisms. Key changes include removing requirements for new applications, eliminating displacement percentage rules, and enabling expanded project areas without new approval.
HB 3242 sets maximum tax rates for residential property in Missouri: 7% of assessed value for homes within incorporated cities/towns, and 6% for homes in counties outside those areas (or in areas without municipal tax levies). It applies directly to homeowners by capping combined taxes from all local governments (like cities, counties, schools, and districts) on residential property. If total taxes exceed these limits, local officials must proportionally reduce all levies to stay within the cap. The bill does not override Missouri's constitutional tax limits and affects all residential properties subject to multiple local tax authorities.
HJR 152 proposes a constitutional amendment to cap annual property tax increases for Missouri homeowners who live in their primary residence. It would limit annual valuation increases to 5% unless the property has undergone new construction/improvements or was recently sold (with the full market value applied at first sale). This applies specifically to residential properties classified as "class 1" under Missouri's tax system. The change would take effect January 1, 2027, and requires voter approval in the 2026 election.
HB 2996, the "Missouri Housing Predictability and Transparency Act," would limit rent increases for tenants renewing residential leases after January 1, 2027. Landlords could raise rent by no more than 7% plus the U.S. inflation rate (CPI) or 10% - whichever is lower - within a year, and must provide tenants 90 days' written notice detailing the new rent, percentage change, and the tenant's right to request proof. The bill excludes new construction (first 15 years), major renovations (25%+ investment), subsidized nonprofit housing, and tenants behind on rent. Tenants could sue for violations, seeking damages, legal fees, and penalties up to three times the illegal rent increase.
HB 3047 prevents landlords from evicting veteran tenants unless illegal activity occurs on the property. It defines a "veteran" as someone with an honorable military discharge after six months of active duty (or six years in reserves/National Guard), or who served in a campaign with a medal. Landlords cannot evict these tenants for standard lease violations like nonpayment of rent. The law would require eviction cases to prove illegal conduct as the sole justification, changing current eviction rules for this group.
HB 3132 creates a court-issued "certificate of exemplary conduct" for eligible individuals with certain past convictions (excluding sex offenses requiring registry). This certificate prevents employers, housing providers, and licensing boards from considering their conviction history when making decisions about jobs, housing, or professional licenses. The court must grant the certificate if an applicant demonstrates consistent good moral character and that granting it serves the public interest, with annual reports required on how often the certificate is used. The bill directly affects people with non-sex-offense convictions who meet these standards, removing barriers to employment and licensing without changing existing criminal penalties.
HB 2991 allows cities to permit mixed-use residential (65%+ residential space) and multifamily residential (3+ units) developments in areas already zoned for offices, retail, or commercial use without requiring special zoning changes or extra approvals. It restricts cities from imposing stricter density limits (capping at 36 units/acre), building height rules (max 45 feet), or parking requirements (no more than one space per unit) than those applied to commercial buildings. The bill also simplifies conversions of existing commercial buildings to residential use by removing requirements for traffic studies, new parking, or utility upgrades beyond existing capacity. This directly affects developers building housing projects and city governments managing zoning regulations.
HB 3118 modifies tax credit rules for business contributions to community programs. It allows up to 70% tax credits for donations to approved programs in small communities (under 15,000 residents) or distressed areas, with an annual cap of $6 million. Special provisions apply to affordable housing investments in distressed communities, offering up to 55% tax credits under separate annual limits. The bill affects businesses and financial institutions making qualifying contributions, excluding normal business activities like banking or insurance operations.
