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MO HB3247
Bill
Status
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mike Jones
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "food" eligible for Missouri's reduced 1% sales tax rate to include all dietary and nutritional supplements
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Defines "dietary and nutritional supplements" using the federal definition under 21 U.S.C. Section 321(ff)
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Updates statutory language to replace "food stamps" and "Federal Food Stamp Program" with "Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program" terminology
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Maintains the existing 1% reduced tax rate on food established since October 1, 1997, with revenue deposited in the school district trust fund
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Preserves existing exclusions for prepared food sold by restaurants and similar establishments where more than 80% of gross receipts come from food prepared for immediate consumption
Legislative Description
Modifies the definition of food to authorize a reduced sales tax on the purchase of dietary and nutritional supplements
Last Action
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2/10/2026