Missouri appeals court keeps tax overhaul on Aug. 4 ballot with revised summary (opens original article in a new tab)

Missouri's appeals court has upheld the placement of the tax overhaul on the August 4 ballot, requiring a revised summary to inform voters about granting lawmakers authority to impose new sales taxes without constitutional restrictions.

• Missouri appeals court keeps tax overhaul on Aug. 4 ballot with revised summary.
• Amendment 5 would require lawmakers to set revenue growth triggers for cuts to the top state income tax rate.
• The revised summary ensures voters know they are giving lawmakers authority to impose new sales taxes without current constitutional restrictions.