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MO HB1059
Bill
Status
2/25/2015
Primary Sponsor
Courtney Curtis
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AI Summary
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Cities and counties may levy a sales tax up to 0.25% after voter approval to establish a "County Youth Initiative Fund" for juvenile delinquency prevention and programs for at-risk youth
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Counties with charter government and over 950,000 inhabitants that have an existing community children's services property tax may use up to 50% of those proceeds for juvenile delinquency prevention services
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Nine-member boards of directors appointed by local governing bodies will administer youth funds, conduct biennial needs assessments, and must prioritize services to low-income populations and communities
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Agencies receiving funds must submit action plans based on needs assessments and undergo at least two compliance reviews per year; contracts terminate if deficiencies are not corrected
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Creates a six-member Missouri Youth Funds Legislative Oversight Committee (3 House, 3 Senate members) to ensure compliance, receive annual audits, and report to state leadership by October 1st each year
Legislative Description
Creates a funding source for grants and programs that benefit children and establishes provisions to ensure youth funds in the state are operated efficiently and effectively
Last Action
Referred: Children and Families(H)
5/15/2015