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Missouri's Tax Tug-of-War | Jefferson City News
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- Jul 22, 2026
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Summary
Missouri’s Amendment Five sparks debate: it lets the state avoid income tax if it brings in enough revenue and forces a tax cut if there’s a surplus—raising concerns that the burden may shift to everyday shoppers paying more in sales tax. Supporters say it’ll jumpstart the economy, while critics worry about long-term funding for essential services as the state risks cutting vital spending with a lower tax base. It’s a high-stakes balancing act between tax relief and fiscal responsibility. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/01a57657a96c6355