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Introduced
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to public safety; authorizing a tax donation checkoff to benefit crime victims; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 270C.445, subdivisions 6a, 6b, 6c, 8, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 290.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new way for individuals and corporations to donate to the Minnesota victims of crime account through their tax returns, starting for taxable years after December 31, 2027. Tax preparers will be required to inform their corporate and individual clients about the option to contribute $1 or more to this account, which will be used to support crime victims. The bill also amends existing laws to ensure that complaints related to this new donation option are handled appropriately by regulatory bodies like the State Board of Accountancy and the Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board, and clarifies that certain exemptions for tax preparers do not apply to violations of this new provision.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety (on 02/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3805/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3805/versions/0/pdf/ |
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