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[Listen] Senator Bill Eigel on
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2022’s Property State Tax State By State
Depending on where you live, property taxes can be a small inconvenience or a major burden. The average American household spends $2,471 on property taxes for their homes each year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and residents of the 27 states with vehicle property taxes shell out another $445. Considering these figures and the massive amount of debt in America, it should come as no surprise that more than $14 billion in property taxes go unpaid each year, according to the National Tax Lien Association.
And though property taxes might appear to be a non-issue for the 36% of renter households, that couldn’t be further from the truth. We all pay property taxes, whether directly or indirectly, as they impact the rent we pay as well as the finances of state and local governments.
But which states have the largest property tax load, and what should residents keep in mind when it comes to meeting and minimizing their tax obligations? In search of answers, we analyzed the 50 states and the District of Columbia in terms of real-estate and vehicle property taxes. We also asked a panel of property-tax experts for practical and political insight.
Real-Estate Property Tax Rates by State
Rank (1=Lowest 51=Highest) State - Missouri is 27
Effective Real-Estate Tax Rate 0.97%
Annual Taxes on $217.5K Home $2,111
State Median Home Value $157,200
Annual Taxes on Home Priced at State Median Value $1,526
Vehicle Property Tax Rates by State
Rank (1=Lowest 51=Highest) State - Missouri 47
Effective Vehicle Tax Rate 2.60%
Annual Taxes on $25K Car* $659
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[Listen] Senator Bob Onder on
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Paula Nickelson tabbed as acting DHSS head
Governor Mike Parson has selected Paula Nickelson to serve as the Acting Director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).
“Today, we are excited to announce Paula Nickelson as the new DHSS Acting Director,” Governor Parson said. “Paula was a key player in Missouri’s COVID-19 response efforts and has been a valued member at DHSS for more than 22 years. We are confident in her abilities and proud to welcome her to our Cabinet as we move forward from the COVID pandemic and prepare for what comes next in public health.”
The Nickelson comes to the position that has seen some turnover in the last year. After former Director Randall Williams left in April of last year, the department was led by Robert Knodell for a few months before the Governor announced Donald Kauerauf as the new director in September.
Kauerauf served until the end of January when he was not confirmed by the state senate, leading to Richard Moore leading the agency for a month until Nickelson was promoted today.
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Senate Rifts Resurface
Yesterday was another lost day for the Senate. The very real conflicts within the body were again on display. Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder decried the demise of Sen. Elaine Gannon’s SB 698 the day before when a pro-life amendment from Sen. Bob Onder led to the bill being put aside. Thompson Rehder accused members of engaging in a “sideshow” of “who’s most pro-life” instead passing a bill which would increase access to medical services for pregnant women.
Soon after Sen. Mike Moon stood up to express his aggravation with Senate leadership that they reported went golfing the day before, making a shorter work day for the Senate.
Moon has become very comfortable reading a book on the floor to show his discontent. And he was headed in that direction yesterday when Floor Leaser Caleb Rowden made a motion to adjourn, closing out the day with nothing done again.
Where We Are
It appears Senate leadership may have just decided they’re not going to waste time on the floor; they’ll just adjourn – or come in late. It looks like a move out of Ron Heifetz’ Leadership Without Easy Answers… the toughest problems can’t be solved unless the participant take ownership.
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Nine weeks left in session (one before Spring Break, eight afterwards).
Also there’s a huge backlog of Senate bills on the Senate calendar – some from January – which haven’t been referred to committee yet.
The congressional map is still on ice. Sen. Moon suggested that the old districts could be used again for these elections. I can’t imagine there wouldn’t be a one-person-one-vote lawsuit if we went down that road.
Sen. Rick Brattin Files Legislation Combatting Illegal Immigration
JEFFERSON CITY — State Sen. Rick Brattin, R-Harrisonville, filed legislation this week to fight illegal immigration and protect Missourians from the ongoing crisis at the southern border.
Senator Brattin’s bill, Senate Bill 1227, would strengthen Missouri’s sanctuary city law with daily fines of $25,500 for any city or county illegally harboring criminals.
“These ‘sanctuary’ cities and counties are intentionally breaking the law and putting our communities in danger,” said Sen. Brattin. “We cannot and will not tolerate it any longer. My bill would give our sanctuary law teeth and put an end to a policy that supports criminals over law-abiding Missourians.”
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[Listen] Sen. Denny Hoskins’ on Agriculture and Economic Development
March 4th
Senator Hoskins says he always enjoys when people from the 21st Senatorial District come to the Capitol. Hoskins-1-030322 (:20) Q: No. 1 industry, agriculture.
Senator Hoskins adds he is sponsoring several agricultural-related measures this session.
Hoskins-2-030322 (:20) Q: in rural areas.
Senator Hoskins also says he took home an award this week.
Hoskins-3-030322 (:08) Q: Missouri Nurses Association.
Senator Hoskins says this award is given to Missouri senators for outstanding contributions toward legislation promoting Missourians’ health and wellbeing.
Hoskins-4-030322 (:16) Q: from their association.
This Week In The Missouri Senate
To see which bills were brought forward in hearings, committees or on the floor you can review the daily Actions from the Senate floor here.
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