Senate debates Hancock amendment revision to tighten rollbacks on property‑tax growth; lawmakers warn of fiscal ripple effects Senate Joint Resolution 111 proposes changes to Hancock rollbacks, including siloing levy calculations by subclass and adding new construction and personal property into rollback triggers. Sponsors said it would restrain tax‑base windfalls for jurisdictions; critics warned of revenue impacts to schools, fire districts and first‑responders.

Missouri's Senate is grappling with a major property tax reform that could reshape funding for schools and public services—will it bring relief or create new challenges?

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Missouri lawmakers target property taxes and women's health in upcoming session Senators focus on property tax relief and women's health legislation as session resumes.

Missouri lawmakers are gearing up to tackle urgent issues like skyrocketing property taxes and women's health as they prepare for a critical session that could change lives.

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