Missouri 2025 Regular Session

Missouri House Bill HB464

Introduced
1/8/25  

Caption

Modifies provisions relating to personal property tax valuations

Impact

If enacted, HB464 is expected to have significant implications for both taxpayers and local governments. For taxpayers, especially those with personal property subject to tax, the changes could simplify their understanding of how their properties are valued, potentially leading to more equitable tax assessments. For local governments, however, the bill could alter revenue generation strategies and require adjustments in tax collection systems, as changes in assessment practices can influence overall tax revenues.

Summary

House Bill 464 aims to modify the provisions related to the valuation of personal property for tax purposes. The bill seeks to update and streamline the assessment process to ensure that personal property is valued fairly and consistently across the state. This modification is particularly important given the variances in how personal property taxes are assessed, which can lead to disparities and confusion among taxpayers. By addressing these inconsistencies, HB464 intends to enhance the clarity and predictability of personal property tax valuations.

Contention

While HB464 is aimed at improving tax valuation processes, there may be points of contention regarding how these changes may affect local governance and revenue streams. Critics might argue that modifications at the state level could undermine the autonomy of local governments in managing their tax frameworks, creating a one-size-fits-all approach that may not work for all communities. Supporters of the bill counter that a uniform approach will benefit taxpayers overall and promote fairness in property taxation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MO HB754

Modifies provisions relating to personal property tax valuations.

MO HB2430

Modifies provisions relating to personal property tax valuations

MO HB186

Modifies provisions relating to ballot language relating to taxation

MO SB131

Modifies provisions relating to taxation

MO HB1517

Modifies provisions relating to tax levies by political subdivisions

MO HB2058

Modifies provisions relating to certain special taxing districts

MO HB2140

Modifies provisions relating to elections

MO SB96

Modifies provisions relating to votes in political subdivisions

MO HB1668

Changes the percentage of the cap on the inflationary growth factor for the assessment growth of real or personal property occurring within a political subdivision

MO HB2403

Modifies provisions relating to personal property taxes

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.