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SF 4425

Certain lawn care services removal from the tax base

2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota bill exempts lawn care services from sales tax, reducing state revenue while potentially lowering consumer costs for residential and commercial property maintenance.

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Bill Summary · SF 4425

Legislative bill overview

SF 4425 proposes to remove certain lawn care services from Minnesota's sales tax base, meaning these services would no longer be subject to state sales taxation. The bill was introduced in March 2026 and referred to the Taxes Committee for review. The specific scope of which lawn care services would be exempted is not detailed in the available action summary.

Why is this important

Exempting lawn care services from sales tax would reduce tax revenue for the state and could lower costs for consumers and businesses purchasing these services. This could particularly affect residential homeowners and commercial property managers who currently pay sales tax on lawn maintenance, landscaping, and related outdoor services.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Removing services from the tax base reduces state income, requiring either budget cuts elsewhere or offsetting tax increases
  • Scope definition: Determining which specific services qualify (basic mowing vs. landscaping design, pest control, etc.) could create administrative complexity and disputes
  • Equity concerns: Tax exemptions may disproportionately benefit higher-income households with larger properties or more frequent service use, raising fairness questions

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

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