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Missouri's $53 Billion Budget Sparks Controversy Over Cuts

5/11/2025

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Missouri lawmakers have greenlit a hefty $53 billion budget, earmarking $50 million for the MOScholars program to support families in struggling schools. Yet, the exclusion of House Bill 19, which proposed over $500 million for vital projects, has sparked worries among Democrats. With the fiscal year looming on July 1, Governor Mike Kehoe holds the power to veto sections of the budget.

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Missouri lawmakers have greenlit a hefty $53 billion budget, earmarking $50 million for the MOScholars program to support families in struggling schools. Yet, the exclusion of House Bill 19, which proposed over $500 million for vital projects, has sparked worries among Democrats. With the fiscal year looming on July 1, Governor Mike Kehoe holds the power to veto sections of the budget.