Download the PDF Version Raising the minimum wage is a proven strategy to help working families make ends meet and spread prosperity by lifting more Missourians above poverty and into the middle class. Although across Missouri wages are slowly recovering from the recession, too Read More

You are critical to our work to create a stronger Missouri where families, communities, and our economy can thrive. We hope you can join us to celebrate the achievements of the last 15 years and the growing momentum to build a state where ALL families have the opportunity to Read More

Download the PDF Version “Right to Work” (RTW) would reduce wages and benefits like health insurance coverage for all workers – both union and non-union. Because of its negative impact on the middle class and quality jobs, the Missouri Budget Project urges Missourians to vote NO Read More

Download the PDF Higher than expected state general revenue growth could result in more than $200 million in additional revenue than anticipated, allowing Missouri to restore cuts to prescription assistance for seniors and home care for people with disabilities. While general Read More

For Immediate Release, May 17, 2018 Lawmakers are set to give a huge tax break to profitable corporations while undermining our ability to fund schools, health, roads, and other things Missourians need. At the same time, lawmakers are considering scrapping a tax credit that would Read More

State lawmakers approved the state budget for Fiscal Year 2019 this week. The budget, which kicks-in on July 1st, provides $28.3 billion in total funding for critical community services, including education, health & mental health, child welfare, transportation and public Read More