HB 642 -- Regional Jail District Tax Sponsor: Relford This bill authorizes regional jail commissions to have a 1/8%, 1/4%, 3/8%, or 1/2% regional sales tax for the purpose of operating a regional jail district, if approved by qualified voters of the district. The bill contains further provisions, which include: ballot language; implementation and effective date of the tax depositing revenue; use of funds collected; and establishment of the Regional Jail District Sales Tax Trust Fund and its operation. Jails operated by private authorities may not participate in regional jail districts.Copyright (c) Missouri House of Representatives