What this tracks
This dataset records every payment made by the state of Missouri in fiscal year 2020, including which agencies spent money, what they bought, and who received payments.
Why it matters to you
If you run a small business in Missouri, this data shows you which state agencies buy your type of goods/services—helping you target government contract opportunities. Residents can check whether their tax dollars fund vendors they support (or oppose), like seeing if a local environmental group received conservation grants or if a controversial contractor got infrastructure funds.
How to read this data
agency_name — Which state department spent the money (e.g., “CONSERVATION” or “TRANSPORTATION”).
category_description — The type of purchase (e.g., “TRAVEL” for mileage reimbursements or “PROFESSIONAL SERVICES” for contractors).
vendor_name — Who received payment (e.g., “YASGER, PATRICIA A” for individual reimbursements or corporate names for larger contracts).
payments_total — The amount paid (e.g., “85.12” for small expenses or multi-million-dollar figures for infrastructure projects).
Where this leaves you
This dataset doesn’t let you look anything up by your address, but it’s still a window into how the state operates. Read it to understand the scope of the program and what the official records contain; the city or state’s own interactive map (linked on this page) shows the locations involved.