SF2721 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Notice of proposed property taxes dates modification
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to modify the notification process for proposed property taxes in Minnesota by adjusting the dates for when notices are sent to property owners and updating the content requirements of these notices.
Main Provisions
Timeline Changes: The dates for preparing and delivering notices of proposed property taxes to taxpayers are shifted from after November 10 and before November 24 to after October 18 and before November 1. This changes the time frame for sending out these notices to ensure taxpayers receive them earlier.
Notice Format and Content:
- The notices must inform taxpayers about the proposed tax amount for each taxing authority and specify that the taxes do not include certain additional assessments, like voter-approved levies or costs related to natural disasters.
- The notice should clearly list the market value of the property as of October 9 for the current year and indicate whether the property is classified as homestead or non-homestead.
- It must include information about public meetings where taxpayers can provide input on the budget and have a chance to speak to taxing authorities.
Contact Information and Accessibility: Each notice must provide a website and phone number for taxing authorities where taxpayers can ask questions. If no public website or phone number is available, this should be communicated to the county, and the notice will not list them.
Tenant Notifications: For residential properties rented for 30 days or more, landlords must provide copies of the tax notices to their tenants or post them prominently on the premises by November 27 or within three days of receiving the notice.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Deadline Adjustments: Moves up the deadlines for sending out proposed property tax notices to give taxpayers earlier access to their tax information.
- Clarification in Property Information: Provides greater transparency and clarity in the information provided to taxpayers regarding their property taxes.
- Expanded Public Participation: Ensures that taxpayers can participate in meetings discussing budgets and levies, with a mandate that these meetings cannot be scheduled before 6:00 p.m. and must occur after November 24.
Relevant Terms
- Proposed Property Taxes
- Property Tax Notice
- Homestead Classification
- Tax Levy
- Special Assessments
- Metropolitan Taxing Districts
- Supplemental Information
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 19, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Taxes |
Citations
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"summary": "This bill modifies dates related to the notice of proposed property taxes under section 275.065, subdivision 3.",
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"Changes notice delivery dates from November 10-24 to October 18-November 1."
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