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MN HF926
MN HF926Sales of certain cigars exempted from the excise taxes imposed on tobacco products and premium cigars.
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Introduced
02/17/2025
02/17/2025
In Committee
02/17/2025
02/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to taxation; tobacco products excise tax; exempting the sales of certain cigars from the taxes imposed on tobacco products and premium cigars; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 297F.06, by adding a subdivision.
AI Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota's tobacco taxation law that would exempt sales of cigars by manufacturers or tobacco products distributors when those cigars are shipped out of state in interstate commerce from paying the state's tobacco product excise taxes. Specifically, the bill would create a new subdivision under section 297F.06 of Minnesota Statutes that explicitly states such interstate cigar sales are exempt from the taxes outlined in section 297F.05, subdivisions 3 and 3a. The exemption would take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a clear timeline for implementation. This change appears designed to provide a tax relief mechanism for cigar manufacturers and distributors when they are selling products across state lines, potentially reducing the tax burden on businesses engaged in interstate tobacco commerce.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Author added Smith (on 04/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0926&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF926&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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