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MO HB2855

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Voss

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Missouri workers' compensation tax and surcharge calculations by changing the rounding increment from one-half of a percentage point to one-tenth of a percentage point for greater precision in rate setting

  • Applies to the administrative tax (up to 2%) imposed on insurance carriers, self-insurers, and other entities providing workers' compensation coverage in Missouri

  • Applies to the second injury fund surcharge (up to 3%) collected from workers' compensation policyholders and authorized self-insurers

  • Retains existing requirements that the Division of Workers' Compensation director must notify all affected entities within 10 calendar days of determining tax and surcharge rates for the following calendar year

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions relating to workers' compensation

Last Action

Voted Do Pass (H)

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Emerging Issues2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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