A new analysis indicates that Missouri’s budget woes are worse than in previous recessions, and that the state will not recover soon. Not only will Missouri continue to experience annual budget shortfalls, but it will not achieve pre-recession purchasing power until FY Read More

The Missouri Senate Special Committee on Social Service Program Savings is currently assessing the concept of a block grant for the state’s Medicaid program. However, as a strategy to save money, it is a risky proposition. To learn more, click here. Read More

Recent state general revenue trends raise concern about the state’s to meet revenue projections for the current year. Moreover, the dynamics of revenue growth call into question two unusual components of the Executive Budget Proposal.  To learn more about why Read More

Recent state general revenue trends raise concern about the state’s to meet revenue projections for the current year. Moreover, the dynamics of revenue growth call into question two unusual components of the Executive Budget Proposal.  To learn more about why Read More

The Missouri Senate Special Committee on Social Service Program Savings is currently assessing the concept of a block grant for the state’s Medicaid program. However, as a strategy to save money, it is a risky proposition. To learn more, click here. Read More

State lawmakers will soon consider a proposal to repeal Missouri’s circuit breaker property tax credit, which enables 219,000 Missouri seniors, people with disabilities, and veterans to remain in their homes by offsetting costs related to property taxes. To learn more about Read More

In his budget proposal for FY 2013, Governor Nixon proposed significant reductions in funding for Medicaid. To achieve these reductions, more than $190 million in "efficiencies" were recommended.  To learn more about the details of the proposal, click here. Read More

In his budget proposal for FY 2013, Governor Nixon proposed significant reductions in funding for Medicaid. To achieve these reductions, more than $190 million in "efficiencies" were recommended.  To learn more about the details of the proposal, click here. Read More

Despite the generally improving economy, Missouri net general revenue collection growth remains sluggish. Collections must grow considerably over the next six months to avoid mid-year budget cuts. To learn more about quarterly trends, click here. Read More

Governor Nixon’s proposed budget continues a 3 year trend of spending cuts to balance the budget. A better approach includes more revenue to keep Missouri from falling further behind, build strong schools, create an environment for job growth, and protect vital programs. Read More