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One proposal would allow wealthier families to access expanded tax credits; another would tap into a sales tax supporting public schools since 1982.

“An earnings tax, especially when we’re dealing with two cities that border on other states, it doesn’t necessarily attract business and attract people to the metropolitan area,” said state Rep. Jim Murphy, a St. Louis area Republican.

Income and geographic restrictions would be loosened for a tax-credit program that provides scholarships to help pay for private school tuition under a bill debated Wednesday by the Senate’s education committee.

Income and geographic restrictions would be loosened for a tax-credit program that provides scholarships to help pay for private school tuition under a bill debated Wednesday by the Senate’s education

In the first education hearings of the legislative session, Missouri lawmakers considered several school choice initiatives.

The Capitol Commission has been working toward final approval of a plan to construct a 145,000 square foot building below ground level of the Capitol.

Renovations would include a new visitor entrance for the 450,000 people who visit the Capitol each year.

(The Center Square) – Research commissioned by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry found public safety and childcare are primary concerns to the state’s business leaders.

The Missouri State Capitol Commission has two new members.

The Missouri State Capitol Commission has two new members.