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SF 105

Income definition modification for purposes of the property tax refund

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Dibble and 1 co-sponsor

SF 105 modifies income definition criteria for Minnesota property tax refund eligibility, potentially expanding or restricting program access and costs.

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Bill Summary · SF 105

Legislative bill overview

SF 105 modifies how "income" is defined for determining eligibility in Minnesota's property tax refund program. The bill adjusts which types of income count toward the threshold that determines whether residents qualify for tax relief benefits. This is a technical but potentially significant change to who can access the state's property tax assistance.

Why is this important

Property tax refunds directly affect household budgets for lower and middle-income Minnesotans, potentially determining whether families receive state assistance with their tax bills. Changes to income definitions can shift hundreds or thousands of people into or out of eligibility, significantly impacting both program costs and who receives benefits. This affects real purchasing power for vulnerable households during inflationary periods.

Potential points of contention

  • Income inclusion disputes: Disagreement over which income sources should count (e.g., whether Social Security, retirement distributions, or other forms of income should be included/excluded affects eligibility fairness)
  • Program cost and scope: Broader income definitions may expand eligibility and increase state spending, or narrower definitions may restrict access to intended beneficiaries
  • Equity concerns: Changes could disproportionately impact specific demographic groups depending on which income types are affected

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

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