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MN SF3670
MN SF3670Controlled substances and illegal cannabis tax repeal and other technical changes provision
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Introduced
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
In Committee
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to taxation; repealing the tax on illegal cannabis and controlled substances; making related technical changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 609.902, subdivision 4; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 13.4967, subdivision 5; 297D.02; 297D.03; 297D.05; 297D.09, subdivisions 1, 2; 297D.12; 297D.13; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, sections 297D.01; 297D.04; 297D.06; 297D.07; 297D.08; 297D.085; 297D.09, subdivision 1a; 297D.10; 297D.11.
AI Summary
This bill repeals the tax on illegal cannabis and controlled substances, as well as related technical changes. It amends the definition of "criminal act" in the Minnesota Statutes, removing references to the repealed tax provisions. The bill effectively decriminalizes the possession of small amounts of illegal cannabis and controlled substances by eliminating the requirement to pay taxes on these substances. This change is aimed at simplifying the tax code and reducing the legal consequences for individuals caught with limited quantities of these substances.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Comm report: To pass and re-referred to Taxes (on 04/02/2024)
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