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Omnibus tax bill headed to governor's desk after lawmakers strike Sunday night deal
By Rob Hubbard
While it’s customary that each chamber of the Legislature fashions its own tax bill, then hammers out compromises between the provisions of each, 2026 was a year in which the Senate produced such a bill, but the House didn’t.
That said, the two tax committees did meet twice as a “discussion group” moderated by Revenue Commissioner Paul Marquart, then headed behind closed doors in recent days, finally emerging with an agreement Sunday evening.
And the result is HF2438, which subbed out a 2025 transportation bill sponsored by Rep. Jon Koznick (R-Lakeville) with a delete-all amendment. It was subsequently passed 126-8 by the House and 52-15 by the Senate, and sent to the governor.
As expected since an agreement between Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders was announced Wednesday, the bill includes a onetime increase in homestead credit refunds to 14.88%. That will cost the state’s General Fund $125 million.
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Could 2026 retirements lead to record turnover in the House?
By Lisa Kaczke
In the final weeks of the legislative session, House members not seeking re-election to the body have taken a turn at gaveling in a floor session.
It’s an opportunity to loo...
How short are the Legislature's short sessions?
By Lisa Kaczke
Rep. Ron Kresha (R-Little Falls) was ready to end the session March 25, making the motion to adjourn sine die. But not enough of his colleagues shared that sentiment, defeating ...
