StateMissouri

HB 2819: Modifies provisions relating to certain cash transactions requiring rounding to the nearest five cent denomination

Brenda ShieldsIntroduced

HB 2819 status: Introduced — Delivered to Secretary of State (G) (updated Jul 13, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

Modifies provisions relating to certain cash transactions requiring rounding to the nearest five cent denomination. Currently in House.

Key analysis

Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion60%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental benefit identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental risk identified

Economy

Positive Outlook
65%

Benefits

  • Increases efficiency in cash transaction processing
  • Reduces reliance on low-denomination coinage

Risks

  • Requires POS system software updates for retailers
  • Potential for minor pricing discrepancies in individual transactions

Society

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Simplifies mental math for cash transactions

Risks

  • May impact low-income individuals relying strictly on exact cash change
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Delivered to Secretary of State (G)

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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