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This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the Missouri Constitution, to be known as the "Taxpayer Protection Act," which will be submitted to voters at the next general election in November 2026 or a special election. If approved, this amendment, taking effect on January 1, 2027, will establish new rules for state and local government revenue and spending, aiming to protect taxpayers. Key provisions include requiring voter approval for new taxes or tax rate increases, limiting annual increases in government spending and property tax revenue to the rate of inflation plus population or local growth, and mandating refunds of illegally collected revenue with interest. The resolution also outlines specific procedures for notifying voters about ballot issues related to taxes and debt, defines terms like "district" (state or local government, excluding enterprises) and "emergency," and allows local districts to reduce or end subsidies for programs delegated by the state, with exceptions for public education and federal mandates.

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