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SB 1762

SB 1762 - Statewide Leasing . Governor Senate GR $ 112,241,110 $ 112,241,110 FEDERAL 29,924,453 29,924,453 OTHER 16,749,968 16,749,968 . _____________ _____________ TOTAL $ 158,915,531 $ 158,915,531 . House Final GR FEDERAL OTHER . ______________ _____________ TOTAL ADAM KOENIGSFELD

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lincoln Hough

Missouri appropriates state funds for real property leases, utilities, furniture, and building maintenance across government departments.

Second Read and Referred S Appropriations Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1762

Legislative bill overview

SB 1762 is a budget appropriations bill that allocates state funds for real estate leases, utilities, facility maintenance, furniture, and structural improvements across Missouri state government departments. The bill authorizes spending for operational facility needs rather than capital construction projects, covering both existing leases and related service expenses.

Why is this important

State facility budgets directly affect the government's ability to operate offices, maintain working conditions for employees, and provide accessible services to the public. Appropriations bills like this determine whether agencies have adequate space, functional infrastructure, and resources to carry out their missions efficiently and cost-effectively.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget prioritization: Legislators may disagree on whether facility spending should take priority over other state needs like education, healthcare, or tax relief
  • Lease vs. purchase decisions: Questions about whether leasing properties is more cost-effective than ownership for long-term state facility needs
  • Transparency on costs: Without the specific dollar amounts and departmental breakdowns in the bill summary, it's unclear which agencies receive funding and whether allocations are proportionate to actual needs

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

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