Bill > HB1785

This bill modifies the existing tax credit program for contributions to pregnancy resource centers in Missouri. Currently, taxpayers can receive a tax credit for donations to these centers, which are non-residential facilities providing free assistance to women with crisis or unplanned pregnancies, such as pregnancy testing, counseling, and emotional support. The bill gradually increases the tax credit percentage from 50% to 100% of the contribution amount over several years: 50% through 2020, 70% from 2021 to 2026, and 100% starting in 2027. Taxpayers can claim up to $50,000 in tax credits per year, with any unused credits carried over to the next tax year. The bill removes previous fiscal year limits on the total amount of tax credits that can be claimed, meaning there will be no cap on total credits after June 30, 2021. Pregnancy resource centers must meet specific criteria to qualify, such as not performing or referring abortions, providing direct client services on-site, and being exempt from federal income tax. The director of social services will continue to determine which facilities qualify as pregnancy resource centers and manage the tax credit allocation process.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1785&year=2026&code=R