Taxes August 6, 2026
Missouri Voters Rejected the Governor’s Income Tax Plan. Could He Have Saved It?
Skeptical Missouri voters said an emphatic "no" to Gov. Mike Kehoe’s bid to phase out the state income tax.
Taxes August 5, 2026
Missouri Voters Reject Plan to Phase Out State’s Income Tax
A proposed constitutional amendment to replace Missouri’s individual income tax with expanded sales and use taxes, a top priority of Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe, was soundly defeated by voters on Tuesday.
Taxes July 22, 2026
6 Things to Know About the Plan to Phase Out Missouri’s Income Tax
The heavily contested proposal, known as Amendment 5, is the top priority this year for Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe, who says states without income taxes are better positioned for economic growth.
Taxes July 14, 2026
Supporters of Phasing Out Missouri Income Tax Won’t Talk Specifics Ahead of Public Vote
Supporters of phasing out the state income tax and replacing it with a broader tax on sales and services are not saying what new items would be taxed and how much higher sales taxes might rise if voters approve the proposal on the Aug. 4 primary ballot.
Taxes June 30, 2026
Some Republicans Join Missouri Democrats in Push Against Income Tax Phaseout
At least 10 Republican lawmakers, including state Rep. Tony Harbison, publicly have signaled their opposition to the plan by either voting "no" on the legislation or issuing statements later reversing their "yes" votes.
Small Business June 11, 2026
States are Getting Creative as Tax Policy Shifts at Record Speed, Says Avalara Report
Lawmakers are increasingly expanding the sales tax base to encompass new categories of goods and services.
Taxes June 9, 2026
Lawmakers Revive Proposal to Eliminate Wyoming Property Taxes
Lawmakers are once again considering a proposal to ditch property taxes for an increase in sales taxes for Wyomingites.
Taxes June 6, 2026
Judge Rewrites Ballot Language on Plan to Eliminate Missouri Income Tax
The ballot language for a Missouri constitutional amendment that would radically restructure how the state collects taxes was altered by an appeals court on Friday, which found the language to be unfair, inaccurate and misleading.
Technology June 4, 2026
Avalara Introduces Tax Content Essentials to Simplify Tax Rate Compliance for Growing Businesses
ATC Essentials gives businesses the accurate, up-to-date tax rate data they need.
Taxes May 28, 2026
Tax Cap Would Force North Carolina to Hike Other Taxes, Governor Says
Gov. Josh Stein is calling a constitutional amendment capping North Carolina’s income tax rate a “con” and a “cynical shell game” that would put the burden for raising revenue on “regular” North Carolinians.
Taxes May 26, 2026
Missourians Will Vote on Plan to Phase Out State Income Tax in August
Gov. Mike Kehoe announced Friday that the measure would appear on the statewide ballot in the Aug. 4 election after promoting the proposal since January.
Taxes April 22, 2026
Missouri Voters to Decide to Eliminate Income Tax, Raise Sales and Use Taxes
The Missouri House on Tuesday agreed with Senate amendments to a proposed constitutional amendment that serves as a first step in repealing the income tax. The bill will now go to the ballot.