This bill proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 297H.01, subdivision 8, modifying the definition of "residential generator" for solid waste management and taxation purposes.

Key Changes:

1. The existing definition already includes:

   • Single-family residences generating mixed or nonmixed municipal solid waste.
   • Residents of multi-unit buildings (e.g., apartments, condominiums, manufactured home parks) who are billed separately by a waste service provider.
   • Owners or associations of multi-unit buildings where residents are not separately billed, making the owner or association responsible for waste management services.

2. New Addition:

   • The bill adds a new exemption for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that receive donations for resale and salvage from entities previously defined as residential generators.

3. Clarification:

   • Specifically states that a "residential generator" does not include a self-hauler (someone who transports their own waste).

Impact:

• Nonprofit organizations that collect donated items for resale or salvage would not be classified as residential generators, potentially affecting their waste disposal costs and tax obligations.
• The change could have tax implications related to solid waste management fees and cost distribution among different waste generators.

This bill was referred to the Committee on Taxes for further consideration after its introduction in the Minnesota House of Representatives.