Missouri State Tax Commission
Coverage of Missouri State Tax Commission in the Nexus archive.
- Judge promises quick decision on challenge to Missouri property tax caps
A Cole County judge will rule quickly on a lawsuit challenging Missouri property tax caps and freezes included in a bill diverting state tax revenue to support stadium construction for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. The lawsuit, filed by taxpayers and 43 counties, argues the provisions violate the state constitution by arbitrarily designating counties for tax restrictions, while state attorneys defend the law as rational.
- Missouri school funding overhaul runs into a property assessment problem
Missouri's school funding formula update is hindered by outdated property tax assessments. County valuations lag behind market values, complicating efforts to accurately distribute state aid based on local resources.
- Missouri lawmakers fail to deliver property tax relief amid rising assessments
Missouri lawmakers failed to pass property tax reforms after disagreements between the House and Senate. Rising residential property assessments have increased taxpayer burdens, with total residential assessments rising 75% since 2015. State Rep. Tim Taylor criticized the system for prioritizing local tax district revenue over taxpayer relief.