Missouri’s Budget Crisis and Amendment 5 | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Missouri’s budget is in crisis as Governor Kehoe slashes nearly half a billion dollars from approved projects, a trend that’s left residents wondering what’s next — especially as federal funds dwindle and tax cuts bite. At the heart of the storm is Amendment 5, a ballot measure that could overhaul the state’s tax system by shifting the burden from income tax to sales or service taxes — possibly even eliminating income tax entirely. While supporters say it’ll lure businesses and secure Missouri’s future, critics fear it’ll crush lower-income families and force cuts to schools, healthcare, and…