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Missouri senators propose voter-approved change to state income tax language
Summary
Senate Joint Resolution 48, sponsored by Sen. Adam Shelton and now folded into SJR31, would send a constitutional amendment to voters to modify provisions relating to state income taxation; the measure awaits consideration by the full Missouri Senate.
Senate sponsors have combined Senate Joint Resolution 48 into Senate Joint Resolution 31 and are preparing to bring the measure to the full Missouri Senate for consideration. The proposal, identified as SJR48 within SJR31 and sponsored by Senator Adam Shelton of Saint Charles, would — if approved by Missouri voters — modify provisions relating to state income taxation.
Proponents described the aim as producing a simpler, “more fair, more transparent tax code” for the state. The transcript does not record a formal motion or vote on the resolution; discussion remains at the legislative stage and would require placement on a statewide ballot and voter approval to take effect.
The combined resolution was identified by sponsors during reporting from the state capital in the eighth week of the 2025 regular legislative session. No committee votes or final Senate action on SJR31/SJR48 are recorded in the transcript provided.
Next steps for the proposal include scheduling for floor consideration by the full Missouri Senate and, if passed as a joint resolution, placement before Missouri voters as required for constitutional amendments or changes that must be approved by referendum.
