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Missouri Senate Approves Income Tax Elimination Amendment

4/17/2026

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Missouri Senate approved a constitutional amendment to eliminate the state income tax by an 18-11 vote.
The resolution now returns to the Missouri House for approval.
Proponents, including Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe, say the change would enhance the state's competitiveness.
Senate Minority Leader Doug Beck warned the amendment could result in the largest tax increase in state history.
If passed, the proposal would be put to a public vote.

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Missouri Senate approved a constitutional amendment to eliminate the state income tax by an 18-11 vote.
The resolution now returns to the Missouri House for approval.
Proponents, including Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe, say the change would enhance the state's competitiveness.
Senate Minority Leader Doug Beck warned the amendment could result in the largest tax increase in state history.
If passed, the proposal would be put to a public vote.