by Anthony Morabith | Jan 9, 2024 | News, Politics / Govt
A Missouri House committee has released its recommendation on the earnings tax, which is paid by people who work and live in Kansas City and St. Louis. The recommendation from Rep. Jim Murphy, R-St. Louis County, calls for a gradual phase-out of the tax tied to...
by Anthony Morabith | Apr 7, 2023 | News, Politics / Govt, Sports Features
Missouri lawmakers in the state Senate have not reached a deal on sports betting. It’s been a contentious issue for years and lawmakers have been feeling the increased pressure from residents and colleagues alike to get something across the finish line since the...
by Anthony Morabith | Mar 3, 2023 | News, Politics / Govt
The Senate could approve next week a sweeping tax relief bill, but it could prove very costly to the state of Missouri. Senate Bill 131 received initial approval on Wednesday, which proposes to exempt sales taxes on guns and ammunition, food, diapers, and feminine...
by Alisa Nelson | May 7, 2021 | Education, News
A contentious Missouri school choice bill is on its way to Gov. Mike Parson’s desk. The state Legislature has passed a proposal that would let donors provide scholarships to students to attend a private Missouri K-12 school. In return, they would get state tax...