MO HB1564

Repeals and replaces section 181.060 RSMo and enacts new section 182.802 relating to public library district sales taxes.

Authorizes public library districts to impose a sales tax not to exceed one-half of one cent on all retail sales, subject to voter approval by majority vote, for funding library operations and maintenance.

Requires the library district board to submit the sales tax proposal to voters at a county or state general, primary, or special election before the tax becomes effective.

Allows library districts to reduce property tax levies without affecting state aid eligibility if sales tax proceeds equal or exceed the reduction in property tax revenue.

Defines "public library district" to include city, county, city-county, municipal, consolidated, and urban library districts, and establishes voting eligibility requirements for qualified voters in the district.