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Missouri Works Program – Employee Withholding Tax Retention Incentive

The Missouri Works Program allows businesses creating new jobs in Missouri to retain a portion of employee state income tax withholding rather than remitting it to the state. Construction and trades employers expanding their workforce may be eligible for this payroll-based incentive.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Missouri businesses creating net new full-time jobs with competitive wages and benefits. Construction employers expanding payroll may qualify.

Requirements

  • Create net new full-time jobs in Missouri
  • Jobs must meet wage and benefit thresholds
  • Apply through Missouri DED