Missouri lawmakers are once again taking a closer look at property tax changes. State Sen. Joe Nicola—who represents part of Jackson County in the Kansas City area—said the real challenge is crafting a system that works for both urban and rural counties. “In Jackson...
Kansas City voters have rejected a proposed sales tax extension for an Arrowhead Stadium makeover and a new downtown ballpark for the Royals. About 58% of voters opposed the plan, compared to 42% supporting it. Sen. Barbara Washington, D-Kansas City, said that there...
Jackson County is considering whether to extend a sales tax to help fund efforts to keep the Royals and Chiefs in Kansas City. The county legislature is scheduled to hear a proposed ordinance at its meeting on Monday. It would extend Jackson County’s sales tax to...
The state legislature is asking Missouri voters if they want to raise the state sales tax to support transportation. The Senate changed the proposal from a 1-cent sales tax increase to a three-fourths-of-one-cent increase and sent it to the House 22-10. The House on...
The House has passed its version of legislation Republicans hope will level the playing field for Missouri among neighboring states. The proposal would cut income taxes for individuals and businesses will increasing the state sales tax. Estimates from legislative...
