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SB 1679

SB 1679 - Current law provides for a mapping feature to be maintained on the website of the Department of Revenue that displays the sales and use tax information of political subdivisions. This act requires such mapping feature to include property taxes levied by political subdivisions. This act is identical to HB 2746 (2026). JOSH NORBERG

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kurtis Gregory

Missouri bill requires state's tax rate mapping tool to include property tax data for better taxpayer visibility into total tax obligations.

Second Read and Referred S Government Efficiency Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1679

Legislative bill overview

SB 1679 mandates that Missouri's Department of Revenue expand its existing tax rate mapping feature to include property tax information alongside current tax data. This would create a more comprehensive public resource for taxpayers to understand their total tax burden across income, sales, and property taxes in their jurisdiction.

Why is this important

Property taxes represent a significant portion of many households' tax obligations, yet existing state mapping tools may not provide complete visibility into total tax burdens. Adding this data would help residents, businesses, and policymakers better understand regional tax competitiveness and make more informed decisions about relocation or investment.

Potential points of contention

  • Data complexity: Property tax rates vary significantly by county, school district, and special taxing districts within Missouri, potentially making integration complex and difficult to display clearly
  • Responsibility/coordination: Property tax data is maintained by local assessors and counties rather than the state Department of Revenue, raising questions about data accuracy, timeliness, and which entity bears responsibility for maintenance
  • Implementation costs: Expanding the mapping tool requires IT resources and ongoing coordination with local authorities, with unclear funding sources for development and maintenance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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