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SF 419

Residential properties valuation increase limitation provision and tax rate modifications

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Justin Eichorn

Minnesota bill caps annual residential property valuation increases and modifies tax rates, aiming to limit homeowner tax burdens while potentially reducing local government revenue growth.

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Bill Summary · SF 419

Legislative bill overview

SF 419 proposes to limit how much residential property valuations can increase annually for tax assessment purposes and modifies corresponding tax rates in Minnesota. The bill aims to cap the year-over-year growth in assessed values while adjusting tax rate structures to compensate for these limitations.

Why is this important

Property tax assessment directly affects what homeowners pay annually and influences local government revenue for schools, counties, and municipalities. Limiting valuation increases can provide property tax stability for residents but may create budget pressures for local governments that rely on assessed value growth to fund services without raising tax rates.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact on local governments: Capping valuations could reduce funding for schools and municipalities unless tax rates are significantly increased, potentially forcing difficult budget choices
  • Equity concerns: Homeowners in rapidly appreciating areas would benefit disproportionately, while those in stable or declining markets see fewer gains; this raises fairness questions about equal treatment
  • Implementation complexity: Tax rate modifications would need careful calibration to ensure revenue neutrality, and any miscalculation could create cascading fiscal problems across multiple government levels

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

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