"Missouri and Kansas Usher in 2024 with New Laws and Higher Minimum Wages"
TL;DR
As the new year begins, Missouri has raised its minimum wage to $12.30 per hour and introduced a $1,500 tax break for companies investing in employee skill development. Kansas is implementing a school choice policy allowing enrollment in any public school district and has reduced the grocery tax from 4% to 2%, potentially saving residents over $150 million. Sports betting remains illegal in Missouri but may be revisited by lawmakers.
Topics:businesslegislation##kansaslaws#legislation#minimumwageincrease#missourilaws#schoolchoice#taxbreaks
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