Missouri House once again sends child care tax credit package to the Senate

By: Steph Quinn

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: April 2, 2026

Words: 992

Last Updated: 3 months, 4 weeks ago

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The Missouri House on Thursday voted to advance a package of tax credits designed to boost access to affordable child care and stabilize the industry.

The bill, sponsored by Republican state Rep. Brenda Shields of St. Joseph, passed with 50 Republicans and all Democrats in support.

It’s the fourth year the chamber has sent the legislation to the Senate, where it has foundered. Blocked in 2023 and 2024 by members of the …

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