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SF 9

Commissioner of revenue requirement to establish an online system to claim the political contribution refund

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Koran and 2 co-sponsors

Minnesota requires its revenue commissioner to create an online platform for taxpayers to claim political contribution tax refunds, modernizing access to the existing tax credit.

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Bill Summary · SF 9

Legislative bill overview

SF 9 requires Minnesota's Commissioner of Revenue to establish an online system allowing taxpayers to claim the political contribution refund, a tax credit that reimburses individuals for donations to qualified political candidates and parties. The bill streamlines access to an existing tax benefit by moving from paper-based filing to a digital platform.

Why is this important

The political contribution refund currently exists but may be underutilized due to filing complexity. Creating an online system could increase participation in this tax benefit, making it easier for citizens to recoup political donations while potentially increasing transparency around campaign contributions at the state level.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and timeline: Developing a new online system requires resources, and questions may arise about whether the state has sufficient funding and technical capacity to build and maintain the platform
  • Privacy and security concerns: An online system storing political contribution data raises questions about data protection, who can access donation records, and potential privacy risks for donors
  • Equity considerations: Digital-only systems may disadvantage older voters or those without reliable internet access who currently file paper returns, potentially reducing rather than expanding access for some populations

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

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