MO SB1574

Expands eligibility for a museum sales tax (up to 0.2%) to include counties with 19,000-22,000 inhabitants and a county seat with 8,500-10,000 inhabitants, in addition to the previously eligible third classification counties with 16,400-16,500 inhabitants

Tax requires voter approval at a county or state general, primary, or special election, with a simple majority needed for passage

Revenue must fund museums that are IRS-registered 501(c)(3) organizations and considered tourism attractions by the museum board

Director of Revenue administers and collects the tax, retaining up to 1% for collection costs

Museum board consists of six county residents appointed by the governing authority (three from each major political party) serving staggered three-year terms, with no compensation but expense reimbursement