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HB 1006

AN ACT to provide an appropriation for defraying the expenses of the office of the tax commissioner and for payment of state reimbursement under the homestead tax credit, disabled veterans' tax credit, and primary residence credit; to amend and reenact section 57-01-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the salary of the state tax commissioner; to provide an exemption; and to provide for a transfer.

69th Legislative Assembly (2025-26)

North Dakota appropriates funds for Tax Commissioner operations and reimburses homeowner/veteran/resident tax credits while raising the Tax Commissioner's salary.

Filed with Secretary Of State 05/12
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Bill Summary · HB 1006

Legislative bill overview

HB 1006 appropriates state funds to operate the North Dakota Tax Commissioner's office and reimburse taxpayers for homestead, disabled veterans', and primary residence tax credits. The bill also increases the Tax Commissioner's salary and includes a fund transfer provision.

Why is this important

Tax credits directly reduce what residents owe in taxes, making this appropriation essential for delivering promised relief to homeowners, veterans, and primary residents. The Tax Commissioner's office must have adequate funding to process these credits efficiently and manage state tax administration.

Potential points of contention

  • Credit cost growth: The appropriation amount may not reflect increasing numbers of eligible claimants, potentially leaving a funding shortfall if more residents qualify than anticipated
  • Salary increase justification: Raising the Tax Commissioner's salary during budget discussions could face scrutiny regarding whether the increase is performance-based or inflationary
  • Transfer details: The bill's "transfer" provision is vague in this summary; depending on what funds are being transferred and from where, it could represent budget shifting between priorities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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