Special Session on Tax Reform Delayed

August 31, 2022 Last Edit: June 5, 2025

Special Session on Tax Reform Delayed

Lawmakers were scheduled to return to Jefferson City next week to begin work on Gov. Mike Parson’s proposed $700 million tax cut, but Senate Majority Leader Caleb Rowden tweeted today that the special session had been pushed back at least a week.

JOINT LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON SPECIAL SESSION — “Today we had an extremely productive discussion on the issues the Governor asked us to address during special session. Our goal is to provide Missourians with the most substantive and effective tax relief possible… 1/3 #MOLeg
— Caleb Rowden (@calebrowden) August 31, 2022

…that can receive strong support in both chambers. Our intent is to continue discussions next week with the goal of beginning legislative action during the week of Veto Session.” 3/3 #MOLeg
— Caleb Rowden (@calebrowden) August 31, 2022

The veto session is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, Sept. 14. NFIB is following the issue closely and will keep you informed about any changes that could affect you, your family, and your small business.