Bill > HF3149

This bill eliminates Minnesota's political contribution refund program, which previously allowed individual taxpayers to receive a refund of up to $75 (or $150 for married couples filing jointly) for political contributions made to candidates and political parties. The bill repeals section 290.06, subdivision 23, which detailed the specifics of the political contribution refund program, and makes consequential amendments to several related statutes to remove references to this program. The changes will take effect for contributions made after June 30, 2025, providing a transition period. By removing this program, the bill effectively ends the state's practice of reimbursing taxpayers for political donations, which was designed to encourage political participation and support by providing a financial incentive for making contributions to political candidates and parties. The amendments modify sections related to tax refunds and definitions to clean up legal language that was specific to the now-defunct political contribution refund program.

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