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SF 1237

Research income and corporate franchise tax credit modification

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Heather Gustafson

SF 1237 would modify Minnesota's research income tax credit and corporate franchise tax credit, altering eligibility and credit amounts for businesses and researchers.

Referred to Taxes
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Bill Summary · SF 1237

Summary of SF 1237 — Research income and corporate franchise tax credit modification

Overview

  • Bill number: SF 1237
  • Title: Research income and corporate franchise tax credit modification
  • Status: Referred to Taxes
  • Introduced: February 10, 2025
  • Companion: HF 173

SF 1237 appears to modify Minnesota’s existing incentives related to the research activities credit (income tax) and the corporate franchise tax credit. The full text is not provided here, so the specific changes (amounts, eligibility, timing) are not yet known. The companion House bill (HF 173) suggests parallel policy consideration in the House.

Purpose and intent (based on title)

  • The bill aims to modify one or both tax credits tied to research activities and corporate franchise tax. While the exact changes are not stated, such modifications typically address aspects like credit amounts, eligibility criteria, caps, carryforwards, sunset dates, or administrative rules.
  • The overarching goal of such modifications is usually to influence business investment in research and development, improve program effectiveness, and align incentives with state economic or budgetary priorities.

Key provisions ( Pending full text )

Note: The following are common areas of adjustment in tax credit programs. The actual SF 1237 text will determine the exact changes.
- Credit calculation and rates: Possible changes to how qualified expenses are calculated or the percentage of expenses that can be credited.
- Eligibility criteria: Potential additions or reductions to what activities or entities qualify (e.g., types of research, qualified studies, or qualifying institutions).
- Caps and sunset: Possible changes to annual or program-wide caps, or to sunset dates/timelines.
- Refundability and carryforwards: Whether credits remain nonrefundable, are refundable, or can be carried forward to future years.
- Administrative provisions: Changes to filing, reporting, or audit requirements; definitions used in credits.

Note: The precise provisions will be in the bill text. Readers should review SF 1237 when available to see exact edits to statutes, definitions, and implementation details.

Who would be affected

  • Taxpayers claiming the credits: Minnesota businesses and researchers with eligible research activities or corporate franchise tax liabilities.
  • Researchers and institutions: Universities, research centers, and private firms engaged in qualifying research could see changes to incentives.
  • State revenue and administration: The Department of Revenue and state finances, as credits influence tax collections and compliance.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Current stage: Introduced and referred to the Senate Taxes Committee on February 10, 2025.
  • Next steps: The bill would move through committee deliberations, potential amendments, and floor votes. The companion HF 173 in the House indicates parallel consideration in that chamber.
  • Effective date: To be determined in the bill text; typically, tax credits specify effective dates, transitional rules, and sunset if applicable.

How to track and analyze

  • Review the full SF 1237 text once released to confirm:
    • exact changes to the research income tax credit and the corporate franchise tax credit
    • any modifications to eligibility, caps, refundability, and carryforwards
    • sunrise/sunset provisions and retroactive effect (if any)
    • interaction with other state credits and federal tax considerations

For a complete understanding, consult the bill’s official text and any fiscal notes or analysis accompanying future committee actions.

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

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