Tax Credits Backfire on Schools | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Jackson County’s bold move to offer three-year tax credits to property owners—meant to undo last year’s painful assessment hikes—is backfiring badly for schools. The plan, fast-tracked by the legislature, could cost districts nearly $200 million over three years, forcing cuts to staff, programs, and even buildings. While homeowners are relieved, teachers and advocates warn this is a devastating blow to already strained school budgets. Two districts have already sued, and some property owners are even willing to sacrifice part of their credits to protect education funding. Listen in…