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Veto Cuts Harm Recovery Programs | Kansas City News
Governor Mike Kehoe just vetoed over half a billion dollars in state spending — including $2 million for prison reentry programs — claiming the state’s real problem is overspending, not lack of revenue. These cuts hit vital programs like one in Columbia run by a former inmate who now supports 80+ residents with deep, personal investment — a model built on trust and long-term recovery. Meanwhile, auditors warn Missouri could run out of money by 2028 if spending continues to outpace revenue by $2 billion. To fix it, the governor’s plan is to eliminate the state income tax — which funds 60% of…
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