Why Americans Are Leaving These High Taxed States
The Center Square YT
•July 21st, 2026
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Missouri voters could soon decide whether to begin eliminating the state's income tax, a proposal that could reshape the regional economy and influence where families choose to live and work.
In this episode of The States, Greg Bishop explores how tax policy affects migration, affordability, and the financial decisions facing everyday Americans. From Missouri's proposed constitutional amendment to conversations with former Illinois residents who relocated to Texas and Florida, this episode highlights why taxes, cost of living, government policy, and economic opportunity continue to drive interstate migration.
Topics Covered:
Missouri income tax ballot measure
Illinois vs Missouri tax comparison
Why Americans are moving to low-tax states
Florida and Texas economic advantages
Cost of living differences
Interstate migration trends
Taxpayer impact of state tax policy
Economic freedom and business climate
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