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MN HF1201

MN HF1201
Sales and use tax exemption provided for Department of Transportation purchases for road construction projects.


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Introduced
02/19/2025
In Committee
02/19/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to taxation; sales and use; providing an exemption for purchases made by the Department of Transportation for road construction projects; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 297A.71, by adding a subdivision.

AI Summary

This bill creates a new sales and use tax exemption specifically for the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) when purchasing materials, supplies, and equipment that will be directly used in road construction, improvement, and maintenance projects. Currently, such purchases would be subject to sales tax, but this legislation would eliminate that tax burden for the state agency. By removing the sales tax requirement, the bill aims to potentially reduce the overall costs of highway infrastructure projects and streamline procurement processes for the Department of Transportation. The tax exemption will take effect for sales and purchases made after June 30, 2025, giving clear guidance on when the new provision will be implemented. This change would apply to a wide range of items used in road-related work, such as construction materials, heavy equipment, supplies, and other necessary resources for maintaining and improving Minnesota's public highway system.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation Finance and Policy (on 02/19/2025)

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