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Senate Tax Bills Provide Unfair Giveaways, Leave Communities Reeling

16 Jan 2018
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Download the Full PDF The Missouri Senate Ways & Means Committee is considering two bills that would dramatically alter Missouri’s tax code, beginning in 2019. While the bills contain a few good provisions that the Missouri Budget Project supports, those features pale in...
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Marketplace Fairness Act Will Help MO Retailers and Budget

08 Feb 2013
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As more and more shopping has moved online, tax laws have put "bricks and mortar" retailers at a competitive disadvantage. Fortunately, MO lawmakers have the opportunity to enact the Marketplace Fairness Act and take steps towards leveling the playing field for
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Corporate Tax Rates Do Not Drive Business Decisions

23 Jan 2013
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While some policymakers advocate cutting Missouri’s corporate income tax as a way to revitalize the state’s still struggling economy, such a move would have little-to-no impact on business expansion or hiring, and is likely to backfire by reducing resources for
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Why Missouri Should Continue Local Sales Tax on Vehicles

07 Sep 2012
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State lawmakers will be returning to the Capitol for their annual “veto session” next week. Among the important issues they will consider is the Governor’s veto of House Bill 1329. The measure clarified existing sales tax law as it applies to vehicle sales. If
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Reducing Federal Deficits Without Significant Revenue Would Cost Missouri Billions

08 Aug 2012
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Tackling the federal budget deficit without significant new revenue could cost Missouri more than $3.4 billion between 2013 and 2021, damaging ecoomic recovery and future growth by drastically cutting federal investments in schools, roads & bridges, safe communities, and
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Reducing Federal Deficits Without Significant Revenue Would Cost Missouri Billions

08 Aug 2012
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Tackling the federal budget deficit without significant new revenue could cost Missouri more than $3.4 billion between 2013 and 2021, damaging ecoomic recovery and future growth by drastically cutting federal investments in schools, roads & bridges, safe communities, and
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Supreme Court Rules on Health Reform: Significant Fiscal Impact for MO

28 Jun 2012
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Today the Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act, though it did rule that states are not compelled to participate in its Medicaid expansion provisions.  Click here to learn more about the fiscal impact for Missouri. 
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The U.S. Debt Limit Debate: Consequences of Global Spending Caps & Balanced Budget Amendments

08 Jul 2011
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On August 2nd, the nation will reach its statutory debt ceiling. Some policymakers are proposing to use this looming deadline as an opportunity to include dangerous fiscal policy proposals in the debt ceiling legislation, including global spending caps and balanced budget
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Reducing Deficits and the National Debt: The Devilish Details

01 Apr 2011
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Policymakers have proposed several plans to reduce deficits and stablize the national debt. This paper reviews the various recommendations and discusses core principles that should guide public discussions about the nation’s fiscal health.  To learn more, click here.
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A Primer on the National Deficit and Long-Term Debt

25 Mar 2011
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As federal policymakers discuss current and future budgets, there has been significant discussion about deficits and debt.  While the consequences of federal deficits are a concern, it is the long-term national debt that poses the greatest threat to economic prospects. 
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