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House votes to restore historic preservation tax credit language struck down by courts
Summary
HB 30-80 would restore the 2024 historic preservation tax credit language that was later struck down; sponsors and members said credits are vital for recovery and renovating historic downtowns and nonprofit projects.
Representative from Marion presented HB 30-80 to restore the 2024 historic preservation tax credit language that had been signed into law but later struck down by courts. Sponsors and multiple members recounted examples—Joplin's tornado recovery, downtown redevelopment, nonprofit projects such as a theater renovation—arguing the credit is critical to enable projects that otherwise could not attract private investment.
Members across multiple districts described the higher construction and materials costs associated with historic rehabilitation and urged passage to allow projects paused by the court decision to proceed. The bill passed committee and was adopted and perfected on the floor.
