Veterans

in committee · Minnesota · House Feb 13, 2025

HF 347: Individual income tax subtraction expanded for military retirement pay.

HF 347 expands Minnesota's individual income tax deduction for military retirement pay. The bill adds three specific provisions allowing taxpayers to subtract military retirement income from taxable income: (1) certain military pensions under federal law, (2) federal employee retirement pensions multiplied by military service ratio, and (3) civil service retirement pensions multiplied by military service ratio. It also prohibits taxpayers claiming another specific credit (section 290.0677) from using this deduction. The change applies to tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, directly benefiting Minnesota residents receiving qualifying military retirement pay.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax deduction for military retirement pay, reducing taxable income and providing targeted tax relief. Directly advances tax policy under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands tax deduction for military retirement pay, directly increasing disposable income for veterans through targeted tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits

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in committee · Minnesota · Senate Jan 21, 2025

SF 388: State veterans cemetery burial fee removal for spouses and dependents of eligible veterans

SF 388 removes burial fees for spouses and dependents of eligible veterans at Minnesota state veterans cemeteries. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 197.236, subdivision 9, to prohibit charging any fees for these groups' interment, replacing the previous fee schedule and waiver process. It appropriates funds from the general fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to cover these uncompensated burial costs. This directly affects spouses and dependent children of veterans meeting eligibility criteria under U.S. Code, title 38, section 101(2). The policy change eliminates a cost barrier for families of veterans, ensuring no burial fees apply to these specific groups.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates general fund for burial costs, funding essential veterans service without fee burden95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves burial fees for veterans' spouses/dependents at state cemeteries, appropriates state funds to cover costs, directly expanding benefits and eliminating financial barriers for veterans' families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 17, 2025

HF 2512: Property tax exemption established for certain property owned and operated by a congressionally chartered veterans service organization.

HF 2512 creates a property tax exemption for real estate owned and operated by congressionally chartered veterans service organizations in Minnesota. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to exempt qualifying property under section 273.13, subdivision 25, paragraph (d), clause (3), from property taxes. The commissioner of veterans affairs must annually provide a list of eligible organizations to the commissioner of revenue by January 1. This exemption applies to assessment year 2025 and later. The bill directly affects these veterans service organizations by reducing their property tax burden on qualifying properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for veterans orgs, providing tax relief under tax policy framework per bill's tax exemption language90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides property tax exemption for veterans service organizations, reducing operational costs to strengthen their ability to serve veterans per statutory amendment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Veteran Housing

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in committee · Minnesota · House Apr 3, 2025

HF 3005: Metro Meals on Wheels funding provided, reports required, and money appropriated.

HF 3005 appropriates $497,500 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to fund home-delivered meals for veterans through Metro Meals on Wheels, plus technical assistance for member programs. The bill requires Metro Meals on Wheels to submit detailed reports by September 1, 2026 and 2027, documenting how funds were used and the number of veterans/servicemembers served. This is a one-time funding appropriation, not a recurring budget item, directly supporting veterans' access to meal services in Minnesota. The bill affects veterans receiving meals and Metro Meals on Wheels as the grant recipient.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $497,500 for veteran meal program, directly funding a public service via budget allocation per bill's funding language.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAppropriates $497,500 specifically for veteran meal services through Metro Meals on Wheels, directly funding veteran care with reporting requirements to track veteran usage.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 20, 2025

HF 1504: Veterans on the Lake grants funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 1504 appropriates $50,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $50,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of veterans affairs. The funds are specifically designated for grants to "Veterans on the Lake" to cover expenses related to veteran retreats. These expenses include therapy, transportation, and customized activities for veterans. The bill directly affects the Veterans on the Lake organization and the veterans participating in their retreat programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $100k from general fund for veterans' retreat grants, directly funding essential services through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds therapy (mental health) for veterans via retreats, directly supporting mental health services under healthcare policy95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill appropriates $50k/year for Veterans on the Lake retreats covering therapy, transportation, and activities - directly funds veteran services per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 13, 2025

HF 2306: Lake County; grant funding provided to plan a veterans memorial park, and money appropriated.

HF 2306 appropriates $40,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to Lake County to plan a veterans memorial park honoring U.S. military veterans. The bill directly affects Lake County (as the grant recipient) and Minnesota veterans (as the honorees of the memorial). Key provisions include the specific funding amount, the purpose of planning the memorial park, and the requirement that funds be used solely to recognize and honor veterans of the U.S. armed forces. This is a straightforward funding allocation with no additional policy mechanisms beyond the grant.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $40,000 from general fund for veterans memorial planning, directly funding a specific program under budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAppropriates $40k for veterans memorial park, directly recognizing military service per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Minnesota · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SF 1893: Lutheran Social Services CORE program appropriation

This bill appropriates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to provide a grant to Lutheran Social Services' CORE program. The funds support home-delivered meals for Minnesota veterans outside Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, along with technical assistance, outreach, and volunteer recruitment for member programs. Unspent funds from 2026 carry over to 2027. The CORE program must submit annual reports by September 1st detailing fund usage and the number of veterans served.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $500k annually from general fund to fund veterans' home-delivered meals program, advancing public service funding.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransFunds home-delivered meals for Minnesota veterans outside Hennepin/Ramsey Counties via CORE program appropriation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 24, 2025

SF 1051: Forgotten Heroes Ranges and Retreat grant appropriation

This bill appropriates $50,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $50,000 for fiscal year 2027 to Forgotten Heroes Ranges and Retreat, a nonprofit organization. The funds are designated for expenses related to veteran retreats, including transportation and customized activities. The commissioner of veterans affairs must submit annual reports detailing how the grant money was used, including administrative costs, to legislative committees by January 15 each year. This bill directly supports veterans participating in the nonprofit's retreat programs through financial assistance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $50k/year from general fund for veteran services, aligning with funding essential programs and requiring fiscal accountability reports.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill appropriates $100k total for veteran retreats, transportation, and activities via nonprofit, directly funding veterans' services per bill summary and subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 24, 2025

HF 2682: Bonuses for certain service members funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 2682 appropriates $6,000 from Minnesota's general fund to provide a $1,200 bonus to eligible veterans who served in qualifying campaigns under Minnesota law but did not receive a bonus under existing provisions (Minnesota Statutes, section 197.79). Veterans must submit military discharge documents (DD214) confirming their service to the state veterans affairs commissioner by December 31, 2028, to qualify for the payment. The funds are available until June 20, 2029, to cover eligible bonus payments. This bill directly affects veterans meeting specific service criteria who were previously excluded from bonus eligibility under current state law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $6,000 from general fund for veteran bonuses, directly funding a state program under budgetary authority.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAppropriates $6,000 for $1,200 bonuses to eligible veterans who missed prior benefits, directly expanding financial support for veterans under Minnesota law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · Minnesota · House Feb 13, 2025

HF 673: Howard Lake; veterans memorial funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

HF 673 appropriates $50,000 from state bond proceeds to fund a veterans memorial in Howard Lake, Minnesota. The city of Howard Lake will receive a grant from the state veterans affairs office to construct, furnish, and equip the memorial. The bill authorizes the state to issue up to $50,000 in bonds to cover this cost, following standard state bond procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $50k via bonds for veterans memorial, a specific budget allocation directly funding a public project.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransFunds veterans memorial construction via state grant, directly recognizing veteran service through dedicated appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Memorials & Recognition

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