property tax

The program issues tax credits to taxpayers over 62 that cover increases in property taxes collected by Boone County, effectively freezing the rates.

The Missouri House initially perfected the bill last month but sent it back to committee, where the measure was ultimately split into two pieces of legislation.

The Boone County Commission is considering an amendment to the county's senior real estate tax program policy that would remove the requirement for annual renewal.

The freeze passed with an almost 78% of ballots being cast in favor.

The proposition would add voter-approved debt to the freeze for those over age 62.

The district is seeking an increase in funds for its operating budget.

A special interim committee held the first of its six meetings on Wednesday. The next meeting will be July 30 in Lebanon.

June 30 is the deadline for seniors to apply for a personal property tax credit.

Questions about the constitutionality of a property tax cap included in the governor’s stadium funding plan earlier this month may draw Missouri lawmakers back into session later this year.

The formula that funds public schools in the state relies on outdated assumptions of local aid, education officials say.