The state income tax has been driving business, jobs and population away from Missouri. Today's Senate debate is a key event toward the passage of this significant idea that many AFP members and other concerned citizens have worked hard to educate elected officials, friends, neighbors and community leaders about the economic growth Missouri can achieve without an income tax.

When the Michigan legislature returns from their spring break, they will have their plates full (of tax increases). Governor Granholm and several of her legislative friends are looking for more money. Bills have already been introduced to increase taxes and fees on:

 High school sports
 Bottled water
 Entertainment
 Vending machine items
 Vacant houses
 Property transfers
 Abandoned vehicles
 Septic systems
 Court filings