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HF 3537

Estate tax repealed, and conforming changes made.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Davis and 5 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill repeals state estate tax on large inheritances, reducing state revenue while benefiting wealthy estates and potentially lowering compliance complexity.

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Bill Summary · HF 3537

Legislative bill overview

HF 3537 would repeal Minnesota's estate tax, which currently applies to estates exceeding $3 million. The bill also includes conforming changes to state tax code to align with the removal of this tax mechanism.

Why is this important

The estate tax affects wealth transfer for high-net-worth individuals and families. Eliminating it would reduce state revenue while potentially making Minnesota's tax climate more competitive for wealthy residents, but would shift tax burden elsewhere or reduce services unless offset by other revenue sources.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Repealing the estate tax removes a dedicated revenue source; the fiscal cost must be addressed through spending cuts, tax increases elsewhere, or reallocation
  • Wealth inequality: Estate tax repeal primarily benefits high-net-worth individuals and families, raising fairness concerns about progressive taxation
  • Federal alignment: Minnesota's estate tax differs from federal rules; proponents argue conformity aids compliance, while critics note federal policy shouldn't dictate state choices

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

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