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HF 373

Individual income and corporate franchise tax; business exemptions provided.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota bill proposes corporate franchise and income tax exemptions for specific businesses, with final scope and revenue impact pending committee review.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Taxes
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Bill Summary · HF 373

Legislative bill overview

HF 373 proposes to modify Minnesota's individual income and corporate franchise tax structures by providing exemptions for certain business activities or entities. The bill was introduced in February 2025 and referred to the Taxes Committee for review. The specific exemptions and affected business categories have not yet been detailed in publicly available summaries.

Why is this important

Tax exemptions directly affect state revenue collection and can influence business competitiveness and economic behavior. The bill's impact depends entirely on which businesses qualify for exemptions and the estimated revenue loss to the state budget, which could require offsetting tax increases or spending cuts elsewhere.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Exempting certain businesses from corporate franchise tax reduces state revenue; legislators will debate whether the economic stimulus justifies the fiscal cost
  • Fairness and selectivity: Determining which businesses deserve exemptions raises equity concerns—some may view preferential treatment as favoritism while others see it as targeted economic development
  • Implementation complexity: Defining exemption eligibility criteria and preventing abuse requires clear regulatory language; overly broad exemptions could create loopholes

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

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