Should Missouri Follow “International Standards” on Property Taxes?
This article critically examines the controversial practice in Missouri of employing international luxury standards to assess local property values, a method more suited for opulent European estates than modest rural homes.
The Great Levy Swap: Clinton School Board Dodges Hancock Protections
Clinton School Board pulled “The Great Levy Swap.” 📈
Assessments ↑ 11% → rollback required by Hancock.
But debt levy ↑ by same amount = 11% tax hike anyway.
Fixed-income families & seniors are paying the price.
Legal loophole, yes. Fair? Absolutely not.
Happening Today (Wed, Aug 13, 2025) — 5:30 PM CT The Special Interim Committee on Property Tax Reform meets at Union Station, Kansas City, MO. Can’t attend? You can still make your voice heard with online testimony here: Special Interim Committee on Property Tax Reform
Happening Today (Wed, Aug 13, 2025) — 5:30 PM CTThe Special Interim Committee on Property Tax Reform meets at Union Station, Kansas City, MO.Can’t attend? You can still make your voice heard with online testimony here: Special Interim Committee on Property Tax Reform
Taxing “Unrealized Gains” at Home: Why Missouri Needs a Special Session on Property-Tax Relief
Missouri families are being squeezed by soaring property assessments and top-down pressure from an unelected State Tax Commission (STC). Local assessors—who answer to voters—are being pushed to hit a 90–110% […]
Missouri Legislature’s Special Session: A Controversial Push for Chiefs and Royals Stadium Funding
SB3 primarily designed to provide economic incentives for new stadiums for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals, has ignited controversy due to its rushed legislative process, questionable economic merits, potential constitutional violations, and apparent dismissal of public opposition.
SB 87
SB 87, a Missouri legislative bill, amends property tax laws to shield homeowners from
sudden tax spikes. It introduces a tax credit for primary residences, capping annual
increases at 5% during reassessment years compared to a baseline year, helping prevent
financial shock.
HB 999
This legislation establishes procedures and consequences
for counties that fail to comply with orders from the State Tax Commission regarding the
modification or equalization of assessed property valuations.
HB 433 & HB 630
House bills HB 630 and HB 433, both focus on regulating the treatment and use of gold and silver as legal
tender in Missouri under the “Constitutional Money Act.” Below is a summary of the provisions and differences,
as well as the potential benefits of the “Constitutional Money Act” for Missouri citizens.
HB 1483
HB 1483 Modifies provisions relating to tax credits for sporting events.
HB 1483 provides a tax credit to nonprofit organizations,” that are active members of the Sports Events & Tourism Assoc.
Belton Candidate Forum: Ballot Issue Discussion & Meet & Greet
Please join the Belton Chamber of Commerce for a casual, free, public event to learn more about the April 2 ballot issue Online Shopping Use Tax and meet the City Council candidates.