Bill > HB2079

This bill modifies Missouri's sales tax laws to gradually eliminate state and local sales taxes on food. Specifically, the bill reduces the state sales tax rate on food to one percent starting October 1, 1997, and then completely eliminates the state sales tax on food beginning August 28, 2026. For local sales taxes, the bill mandates a phased reduction over four years starting January 1, 2027, with a complete elimination of local sales taxes on food by January 1, 2031. The definition of "food" in the bill aligns with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) guidelines, and excludes prepared foods from establishments where 80% or more of gross receipts come from food prepared for immediate consumption. The bill aims to reduce the tax burden on essential food purchases, potentially making groceries more affordable for Missouri residents by progressively removing sales tax on food items.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2079&year=2026&code=R