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HF 4018

Little Falls; food and beverage tax expiration extended.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kresha

Extends the expiration date of Little Falls local food and beverage tax, allowing continued revenue for existing city projects and services.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Taxes
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Bill Summary · HF 4018

Summary: HF 4018 (Minnesota 2025-2026 Session) — Little Falls; Food and Beverage Tax Expiration Extended

Overview

HF 4018 proposes extending the expiration date of a local food and beverage tax in the city of Little Falls. The bill is introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives and referred to the Taxes Committee. The sponsor listed is Rep. Ron Kresha (co-sponsor).

  • Bill number: HF 4018
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Jurisdiction: Minnesota
  • Subject: Local food and beverage tax in Little Falls; extension of expiration
  • Current stage: Introduction and first reading (as of 2026-03-05), referred to Taxes

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HF 4018 is to extend the expiration date of Little Falls’ local option food and beverage tax. Local option taxes in Minnesota are typically approved by voters and local governing bodies and are set to expire after a specified period unless renewed or extended. This bill seeks to prolong the availability of revenue generated under that tax, ensuring continued funding for the purposes outlined in the local measure.

Key Provisions and Changes (as described in the bill summary)

  • Extension of tax expiration: The bill would modify the statutory expiration date for Little Falls’ local food and beverage tax, delaying or extending the period during which the tax may be collected.
  • (If applicable) Scope of tax: The tax remains a local option tax on prepared foods and beverages, typically collected within the city, with revenues directed to specified municipal uses as determined by local ordinance or voter approval.
  • Use of revenues: While the bill text available at this summary does not spell out new uses, it implicitly maintains existing allocations or purposes approved by the local electorate or city council (e.g., funding for municipal services, infrastructure, or specific local projects), unless the bill itself specifies otherwise.
  • Compliance and administration: The extension would maintain existing administrative frameworks, collection methods, and reporting requirements associated with the local tax, unless the bill modifies them.

Note: The summary focuses on the typical structure of such bills. The exact statutory language would determine precise expiration dates, eligible uses, sunset provisions, and any conditions tied to the extension.

Affected Parties

  • City of Little Falls: The primary locality that would experience the changes, with continued authority to impose and administer the local food and beverage tax for an extended period.
  • Taxpayers/consumers in Little Falls: Individuals who purchase prepared foods and beverages within the city would continue to be subject to the tax if the extension keeps the tax authorized.
  • Local government and stakeholders: City officials, businesses, and residents who rely on the tax revenue for public services or capital projects.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and first reading: 2026-03-05; referred to the Taxes Committee.
  • Next steps (typical): If advanced, the bill would proceed through committee hearings, potential amendments, and floor votes in the House; then, if passed, move to the Senate for consideration, and, eventually, to the governor for signing.
  • Effective date (contingent): The effective date would be specified in the bill’s text, often aligned with a date of enactment or a future sunset revision. If the extension is tied to a voter-approved renewal, the bill may include transitional provisions.

Practical Implications

  • Extending the expiration of the Little Falls food and beverage tax provides continued funding for local priorities without requiring immediate new authorization processes.
  • It ensures ongoing revenue stability for projects or services financed by the current tax framework.

If you’d like, I can pull the exact bill language or draft a side-by-side comparison with the current expiration date and any proposed new terms, once the official text is available.

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

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