The state legislature in Missouri is again considering legislation to dramatically expand the authority to institute land banks to municipalities across the state (the state legislature must approve all new land banks in Missouri).
The state legislature should reject this legislation. If such legislation is enacted, counties and municipalities should reject the establishment of land banks.
On January 17, Show-Me Institute Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes submits testimony to the Missouri Senate Emerging Issues Committee regarding expansion of Missouri’s land bank program. Click here to read the full testimony.
