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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1106: Relating to the acquisition of real property by certain business entities

SB 1106 prohibits foreign corporations (defined as investment vehicles with $50M+ assets, ≤150 investors, and foreign headquarters) and their affiliates from acquiring residential real estate in Missouri after August 28, 2026. Residential real estate is defined as properties with up to four dwelling units used for human occupancy. The Missouri Attorney General can sue violators, and courts must order the sale of illegally acquired property within 90 days. This bill directly affects foreign investment entities meeting the defined criteria but excludes Missouri-incorporated banks and financial institutions. The law is pending and would take effect in 2026.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRestricts foreign ownership of residential properties, potentially preventing price inflation and supporting local housing affordability by limiting non-local investment in housing markets.85% confidence

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 1657: Establishes provisions relating to the protection of primary residences for certain persons

HB 1657 protects the primary homes of eligible seniors and veterans from being seized to pay debts. It applies to residents aged 62+ receiving Social Security or SSI benefits, or honorably discharged veterans receiving VA disability benefits, if they use those protected income sources for mortgage, tax, or maintenance payments on their home. The law blocks creditors from seizing the home through legal actions like liens or forced sales, even if protected funds are mixed with other money, as long as the homeowner provides proof of income usage. This exemption does not cover property taxes, voluntary mortgages, or child support debts, and creditors violating it face $2,500 penalties per violation plus legal fees. The bill is currently pending in the legislature with no votes taken yet.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects seniors/veterans' primary residences from debt seizure, strengthening property rights and housing stability for vulnerable groups as defined by bill's explicit language.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExplicitly protects veterans' primary residences using VA disability benefits, blocks creditors from seizing homes, and includes veterans in eligibility criteria.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Mortgages

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2038: Authorizes the "Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit Program" and implements a homestead exemption for certain individuals

HB 2038 creates a property tax exemption program for Missouri homeowners aged 65 or older who live in their primary residence and have a household income of $125,000 or less (adjusted annually for inflation). Starting in 2027, eligible homeowners will receive a 100% exemption on property taxes for their homestead, meaning they pay no tax on their primary residence after other exemptions are applied. To qualify, individuals must reapply annually, and the exemption replaces all other homestead-related property tax credits or relief programs. This program directly affects low-to-moderate income seniors owning their primary home in Missouri.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemption for seniors with modest incomes ($125k household), directly reducing tax burden under homestead program, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides property tax exemption for elderly homeowners (65+), reducing housing costs and increasing affordability for a specific group, directly supporting 'affordable housing' in topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Historic Preservation Property Taxes

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SJR 98: Replaces the property tax on real property with a sales tax

This bill proposes replacing the current property tax on real estate (such as homes and land) with a sales tax applied to property transactions. It would directly affect homeowners and property buyers by changing how they pay taxes on real estate purchases. The key mechanism is shifting the tax burden from annual property assessments to a sales tax collected at the time of sale, though specific rates or implementation details are not provided in the abstract.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingShifts tax burden to sales tax at purchase, increasing upfront costs for buyers and potentially reducing housing affordability without addressing tenant protections or funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages Property Taxes

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2399: Creates a bill of rights for the unhoused

HB 2399 would establish specific rights for people experiencing homelessness in the state, directly affecting unhoused individuals. The bill guarantees six key rights: the freedom to move freely in public spaces (including parks and sidewalks), equal treatment by government agencies, access to emergency medical care, reasonable privacy for personal belongings, the right to vote and obtain identity documents, and protection against unauthorized disclosure of personal records. These provisions aim to ensure unhoused residents receive the same fundamental rights as other citizens without discrimination. Currently pending in the House (prefiled January 2026, read twice in January), the bill has not yet been voted on or passed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareGuarantees access to emergency medical care, directly improving healthcare access for unhoused individuals per bill's rights provisions.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly guarantees rights for unhoused individuals, directly addressing homelessness and protecting vulnerable housing populations per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 1105: Establishes the Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act

SB 1105 establishes Missouri's Rural Workforce Housing Investment Act to address housing shortages in rural communities (populations under 50,000). It creates a state grant program through the Department of Economic Development, providing nonprofit housing organizations with up to $1 million per grant (with a $2 million lifetime limit) to build or rehabilitate affordable housing. Grants require a 1:1 match from private sources and fund projects where owner-occupied homes cost ≤$275,000 or rentals ≤$200,000 (adjusted annually by inflation). Nonprofits must annually certify their work, manage funds transparently, and return unspent grants if projects stall beyond 24 months.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state grant funds ($1M per grant) through Department of Economic Development to fund affordable housing projects, directly increasing public spending on essential housing services.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates state grants funding affordable housing development in rural areas with affordability caps ($275k max), directly advancing housing access through dedicated funding.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAddresses rural housing shortages critical for workforce stability, enabling workers to live near jobs through affordable housing grants.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance Tags Rural Communities

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signed · Missouri · Senate Jul 9, 2026

SB 938: Modifies certain provisions relating to land surveying

SB 938 modifies Missouri land surveying fee structures by requiring recorders to collect a $5 fee per recorded instrument. Two dollars of this fee stays with the recorder for record preservation, while $3 is sent to the state treasury. The state allocates $2 per fee to the "Missouri Land Survey Fund" (for survey-related purposes) and $1 to the secretary of state for record preservation. The bill also directs $3 per fee to the Missouri Housing Trust Fund. It directly affects county recorders, state agencies managing funds, and anyone recording land survey documents.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirects $3 per fee to Missouri Housing Trust Fund, funding public housing program.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill directs $3 per fee to Missouri Housing Trust Fund, explicitly funding housing programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Revenue Housing Finance

in committee · Missouri · Senate Jan 15, 2026

SB 1076: Prohibits the seizure of certain property for delinquent taxes

SB 1076 prohibits Missouri counties from seizing personal property (like furniture or vehicles) or a homeowner's primary residence to collect taxes owed *on that specific property*. It exempts household items and homes used as primary residences (including farm properties held in LLCs) from tax-related seizures. This protection applies only when the tax debt is directly tied to the exempt property itself. The bill prevents counties from taking essential assets to cover unpaid taxes on those assets alone.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts tax collection enforcement by prohibiting property seizure for delinquent taxes, limiting government's ability to recover revenue.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects primary residences from tax seizure, advancing property rights for homeowners per bill's exemption of homes from tax-related seizures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Property Taxes

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2454: Establishes provisions relating to discriminatory employment practices and discriminatory housing practices based on a person's private medical history or medical choices

HB 2454 prohibits employers, labor organizations, and employment agencies in Missouri from discriminating against individuals based on their private medical history or medical choices. It specifically bans actions like refusal to hire, termination, demotion, or adverse employment decisions tied to such medical information, affecting employees and job applicants at businesses with six or more workers. The bill includes exceptions when medical history directly impacts job performance or for religious institutions regarding reproductive health services. It defines key terms like "adverse employment action" and requires medical inquiries to be job-related and necessary for business operations. The law applies to both employment and housing contexts as stated in its title, though the detailed provisions focus primarily on employment practices.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits employment/housing discrimination based on medical history, protecting patient rights and access to healthcare services without fear of retaliation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits housing discrimination based on medical history, directly protecting tenants and aligning with fair housing policies per bill title and subjects.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits employment discrimination based on private medical history/choices, protecting workers' rights and expanding anti-discrimination safeguards under Labor & Industrial Relations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · Missouri · House May 15, 2026

HB 2077: Precludes an institutional investor or its subsidiaries or affiliates from purchasing residential property

HB 2077 prohibits institutional investors (such as hedge funds, private equity firms, or real estate investment trusts owning over 50 U.S. residential properties or managing over $100 million in real estate assets) from purchasing most single-family homes or small multi-unit properties (up to four units) after August 28, 2026. Current institutional owners must divest these properties within three years, selling them to individual owners or community-based housing organizations. Exemptions apply to nonprofits, public housing authorities, small local landlords (under 50 units statewide), and banks holding foreclosed homes for resale within 12 months. Violations carry up to $50,000 in fines per property and require forced divestment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRestricts institutional investors from purchasing residential properties, aiming to increase affordability and prevent displacement by mandating divestment to individuals/community groups.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation Tenant Rights Zoning

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