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SF 536

Residential housing construction materials sales and use tax exemption authorization

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cal Bahr and 3 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill authorizes sales tax exemption on residential housing construction materials to reduce building costs and encourage new housing development.

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Bill Summary · SF 536

Legislative bill overview

SF 536 authorizes Minnesota to exempt certain residential housing construction materials from sales and use taxes. The bill would allow the state to provide tax relief on materials used in building new residential housing or substantially rehabilitating existing residential structures. This exemption would apply to qualified construction materials purchased for these housing projects.

Why is this important

Housing affordability and construction costs directly affect whether new homes can be built and priced accessibly for buyers. By reducing the tax burden on construction materials, this bill aims to lower development costs, potentially making new housing more affordable and encouraging construction activity during a period of housing shortage in many Minnesota communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: The bill would reduce state tax revenue; critics may argue this diverts funds from public services while supporters contend it stimulates economic growth that generates offsetting revenue
  • Scope definition: Questions remain about which materials qualify, which housing types are eligible, and whether rehabilitation projects meet thresholds—creating implementation complexity and potential loopholes or unintended exclusions
  • Equity concerns: Critics may argue tax breaks primarily benefit developers and construction companies rather than directly reducing housing costs for low-income residents, while proponents believe supply-side incentives indirectly improve affordability

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

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