Rural counties press for local control as Missouri landfill bill draws sharp local and industry testimony House Bill 2288 would set state statute maximum setbacks for new landfills while allowing counties to adopt up to those distances; supporters from Pettis County urged clearer local authority and taxing ability, while industry witnesses warned the setbacks could effectively block needed disposal capacity.

Missouri's House Bill 2288 could reshape landfill regulations, giving rural counties the power to control their waste management—but will it stifle disposal capacity?

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Counties may impose additional sales tax following voter approval Counties can add sales tax with governing body approval and voter referendum.

Counties in Missouri now have the power to impose additional sales tax, but only if voters give the green light!

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Legislature votes to expand sales tax option for all counties Bill allows all counties to replace property tax with increased sales tax funding

Missouri's Legislature is on the brink of a major tax shift that could transform how counties fund their services, but what does it mean for your wallet?

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County to Charge Interest on Late Property Tax Installments Under New Ordinance Counties may impose interest on overdue property tax payments beginning this year.

Missouri's new House Bill 388 could change the way property tax payments are managed, potentially imposing interest on late payments—will this help or hurt taxpayers?

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Missouri counties assess property improvements for tax rate adjustments Counties will track new construction and property valuations for revised tax calculations

Missouri's House Bill 1497 could revolutionize property taxation, allowing local governments to adapt tax rates to economic changes and natural disasters—but is it a necessary lifeline or a potential burden for taxpayers?

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Missouri House Bill 1343 mandates revenue sharing from natural resource management Representative Harbison introduces bill directing revenue sharing with counties and schools

Missouri's House Bill 1343 could revolutionize local funding by mandating that 75% of natural resource revenues go directly to counties and schools, but what does this mean for state departments?

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