ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) – A proposal advancing in the Missouri Senate could directly affect how much families pay at the grocery store — and how much revenue local governments collect.
Lawmakers will hold a hearing Tuesday on a bill that would eliminate Missouri’s 1% state sales tax on food. The measure also would phase out local grocery taxes over several years.
Supporters say the change would provide relief at the checkout line as families continue to face high food prices. But some municipalities warn the move could create significant budget shortfalls…