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SUMMARY:Insider's Hour with the Show-Me Institute in Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:It’s a Wrap!\nShow-Me Institute experts will break down the outcomes of the 2026 Missouri legislative session and share their insights on what’s next for you\, your families\, and businesses. \nThis post-session recap will explore key policy developments in state income tax\, the new budget\, and education: \n\nThe general assembly approved placing a constitutional amendment on the ballot to begin the process of phasing out the state income tax later this year. Elias Tsapelas will explain what will happen next if voters approve the amendment.\n\n\nOur scholars have written and testified frequently about the early literacy crisis in Missouri. Did legislation pass that will address the problem and prepare students for future academic success? Cory Koedel will review which legislative actions are wins and where improvement needs to be made.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear more about the legislative session and the implications for Missouri families and taxpayers. This event is open to anyone interested in learning more about policies that could shape Missouri’s future. Come\, have a drink and a snack\, and engage in meaningful conversation. We look forward to seeing you there! \nRegister here!\nWednesday\, June 24\nThe Carriage Club\n5301 State Line Road\nKansas City\, MO 64112\nDoors open: 5:00 p.m.\nDiscussion and Q&A: 5:30—6:30 p.m.\nTicket Price $20 (beverages and light snacks)\nRegister Here
URL:https://showmeinstitute.org/event/insiders-hour-with-the-show-me-institute-in-kansas-city/
LOCATION:Carriage Club\, 5301 State Line Road\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64112
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SUMMARY:Next Gen Connection Hour with the Show-Me Institute
DESCRIPTION:Opportunities for a Prosperous Missouri: Budget Reform and Data Centers\nJoin us for the Next Generation Connection Hour on August 18! Show-Me Institute experts will discuss two critical issues shaping Missouri’s economic future: Missouri’s increasing budget and the growing debate over data center development across the state. \nMissouri’s Budget and Tax Outlook – Missouri’s budget grew rapidly in recent years\, nearly doubling in size. As the era of easy money that fueled that growth comes to an end\, and following the defeat of Amendment 5\, Show-Me Institute’s CEO Brenda Talent and Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy Elias Tsapelas will discuss why reducing spending is a critical step toward building a more competitive tax system and a brighter fiscal future for the state. \nData Centers – Data center proposals are emerging across Missouri. Local governments are weighing potential benefits such as investment\, jobs\, and tax-base growth against concerns about electricity demand\, water usage\, noise\, and land use. Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes and Senior Policy Analyst Avery Frank will discuss how municipalities can evaluate these projects. \nRSVP Here or email events@showmeopportunity.org\nTuesday\, August 18\, 2026\n4:45 – 5:15 p.m. Networking Reception\n5:15 – 6:00 p.m. Discussion and Q&A \nCafe Napoli\n7754 Forsyth Boulevard\nClayton\, MO 63105\n\nRSVP Here or email events@showmeopportunity.org\nThis complimentary event is open to anyone interested in the policies and local decisions that could shape Missouri’s economic future. Please feel free to share this invitation with friends and colleagues. \nWe hope you will join us!
URL:https://showmeinstitute.org/event/next-gen-connection-hour-august-18/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T113000
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SUMMARY:Insider's Hour with the Show-Me Institute in Columbia
DESCRIPTION:What’s Next for Missouri? Amendment 5 and the Debate Around Data Centers\nJoin us for a timely conversation on the outcome of Missouri’s August 4 vote on Amendment 5 and the growing debate over data center development across the state. \nDirector of State Budget and Fiscal Policy Elias Tsapelas\, Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes\, and Senior Policy Analyst Avery Frank will join CEO Brenda Talent for a free-market policy discussion about two issues that could shape Missouri’s economic future: \nAmendment 5 – Amendment 5\, on the August 4 ballot\, asked voters whether Missouri should require lawmakers to phase out the individual income tax based on revenue growth while empowering lawmakers to modernize the sales tax during the process. Based on the election outcome\, what should Missouri lawmakers do next? Elias Tsapelas and Brenda Talent will present important considerations and opportunities. \nData Centers – Data center proposals are emerging across Missouri. Local governments are weighing the potential benefits such as investment\, jobs\, and tax base growth against concerns about electricity demand\, water usage\, noise\, and land use. David Stokes and Avery Frank will discuss how municipalities can evaluate these projects. \nREGISTER NOW!\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026\nCountry Club of Missouri\n1300 Woodrail Avenue\nColumbia\, MO 65203\nDoors open: 11:30 a.m.\nDiscussion and Q&A: 12-1:00 p.m.\nTicket Price: $20.00\n(includes lunch and beverages)\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://showmeinstitute.org/event/insiders-hour-in-columbia-aug-20/
LOCATION:Country Club of Missouri\, 1300 Woodrail Avenue\, Columbia\, Missouri\, 65203
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T113000
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SUMMARY:On the Horizon: New Research from the Show-Me Institute
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive into three critical challenges facing Missouri today.\nCEO Brenda Talent will be joined by Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy Elias Tsapelas\, Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes\, and Senior Policy Analyst Avery Frank for an examination of the issues and policies that could impact Missouri’s future: \n\nMissouri’s Budget Problems – Elias Tsapelas will explain how Missouri’s recently signed budget and its hundreds of millions in spending restrictions reveal years of spending growth outpacing revenue\, turning temporary federal relief into permanent obligations\, and what it will take to restore accountability to the budget process.\nPublic School Personnel Boom – Avery Frank will present research he conducted with Director of Education Cory Koedel and published in a recent paper\, which examines how increased staffing and lower student enrollment is creating funding shortfalls that require difficult tradeoffs.\nData Centers – David Stokes and Avery Frank will discuss how municipalities can evaluate these projects\, comparing potential benefits such as investment\, jobs\, and tax-base growth against concerns about electricity demand\, water usage\, noise\, and land use.\n\nJoin us for lunch and learn about the policies that could influence Missouri’s next chapter. You won’t want to miss it. \nREGISTER HERE\nThursday\, August 27\, 2026\nMAC West\n1777 Des Peres Road\nSt. Louis\, MO 63131\n  \nDoors open: 11:30 a.m.\nDiscussion and Q&A: 12-1:00 p.m.\nTicket Price: $20.00\n(includes lunch and beverages)\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://showmeinstitute.org/event/on-the-horizon-new-research-from-the-show-me-institute/
LOCATION:MAC West\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Des Peres\, 63131\, United States
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SUMMARY:Next Gen Connection Hour in St. Charles
DESCRIPTION:Missouri’s Future – A Next Gen Policy Deep Dive  \nWe’re bringing Show-Me Institute’s experts to you for an evening built for the next generation of Missouri leaders. Join us as we discuss two timely issues shaping Missouri’s future. \nData Centers – Data center proposals are emerging across Missouri and your local governments are making decisions right now based on potential benefits such as investment\, jobs\, and tax-base growth against concerns about electricity demand\, water usage\, noise\, and land use. Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes and Senior Policy Analyst Avery Frank will discuss how municipalities can evaluate these projects to benefit taxpayers. \nPublic School Personnel Boom and the Teacher Pipeline – Since 2000\, growth in teaching and administrative staff has greatly outpaced growth in student enrollment. Yet at the same time\, teacher salaries have declined in real terms and there is a perceived shortage of teachers across the state.  Avery Frank will present research he conducted with Director of Education Cory Koedel and Senior Fellow James Shuls\, published in two recent papers\, that examines where the money is going and what it means for our educational system. \nCome\, have a drink\, and network with fellow young professionals who believe free markets\, local control\, and fiscal responsibility are the path forward for Missouri.  Please feel free to share this invitation with friends and colleagues. \nWe hope you will join us! \nThursday\, September 17\, 2026\nOPO Startups\n119 S. Main Street\nSt. Charles\, MO 63301\n 5:00–5:30 p.m. Networking Reception\n5:30–6:30 p.m. Discussion and Q&A\n Complimentary beverages and snacks
URL:https://showmeinstitute.org/event/next-gen-connection-hour-in-st-charles/
LOCATION:OPO Startups\, 119 S. Main Street\, St. Charles\, Missouri\, 63301
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T170000
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SUMMARY:Streetcars\, Schools\, and Your Tax Dollars at Insider's Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Show-Me Institute’s experts for an evening of lively conversation as we discuss and present facts about two timely issues. \nThe Kansas City Streetcar – The Kansas City Streetcar came in 55% over budget and three years late\, yet local media reported it as on time and under budget. The Show-Me Institute took a closer look at the facts\, and the discrepancies are striking. With the city considering further extensions\, the cost picture may only get worse. Senior Fellow Patrick Tuohey explains why taxpayers and local media need to start asking harder questions now. \nPublic School Personnel Boom and the Teacher Pipeline – Since 2000\, growth in teaching and administrative staff has greatly outpaced growth in student enrollment. Yet at the same time\, teacher salaries have declined in real terms\, and there is a perceived shortage of teachers across the state.  Director of Education Cory Koedel will present new research from the Show-Me Institute that examines where the money is going and what it means for our educational system. \nCome\, have a drink\, and meet with fellow Kansas Citians who believe free markets\, local control\, and fiscal responsibility are the path forward for Missouri.  Please feel free to share this invitation with friends and colleagues. \nWe hope you will join us! \nWednesday\, September 30\, 2026\nCarriage Club\n5301 State Line Road\nKansas City\, MO 64112\nDoors open: 5:00 p.m.\nDiscussion and Q&A: 5:30-6:30 p.m.\nTicket Price: $20.00\n(includes lunch and beverages)\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://showmeinstitute.org/event/streetcars-schools-and-your-tax-dollars-at-insiders-hour/
LOCATION:Carriage Club\, 5301 State Line Road\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64112
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