Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to amend existing state law to increase the cap on certain lawful expenditures for charitable gambling in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The amendment allows licensed veterans organizations to spend more money, increasing their limit for meals and membership events from $5,000 to $15,000 per calendar year.
• It continues to define what qualifies as a "lawful purpose" for charitable gambling funds. This includes contributions and expenditures for:
  1. Various community, educational, and humanitarian efforts.
  2. Support for military-related activities and costs.
  3. Public works, like water quality monitoring and recreational facilities.
• Expenditures for real estate and capital improvements related to charitable activities are allowed under certain conditions, with oversight from a governing board.
• Restrictions are placed on using these funds for political campaigns or activities that influence elections or governmental decisions.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The main change is the increase in the cap on spending by licensed veterans organizations on meals and membership events held in recognition of military service, which now allows for expenditures up to $15,000 annually.

Relevant Terms

charitable gambling, veterans organizations, lawful purpose, expenditures, community contribution, military service recognition, Minnesota statutes, 501(c)(3), board approval, Americans with Disabilities Act, capital assets.