2026 Missouri Legislative Session

The relationship between Senate Republicans and Democrats soured in 2025 after the Republican majority cut off debate and passed several initiatives last year that Democrats opposed.

In his 2026 State of the State address, Gov. Mike Kehoe said he wants voters to authorize a plan that would phase out the state income tax and allow for taxes on purchases like monthly subscriptions and digital services.

Department of Social Services Director Jessica Bax detailed a plan that could help child abuse investigators make more money by working in more specialized roles.

Although Gov. Mike Kehoe is expected to focus on eliminating the state’s income tax, some senators are also concerned with property taxes.

State Rep. Will Jobe filed a resolution requesting an impeachment investigation of Secretary of State Denny Hoskins over his handling of a redistricting referendum.

State lawmakers arrive in Jefferson City on Wednesday for the start of the 2026 legislative session. It runs until mid-May.

Despite a likely smaller state budget compared to the past few years, Sen. Maggie Nurrenbern hopes the legislature will continue its streak of fully funding the state’s public education formula.