Sen. Bill Weber

Primary SF 158

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Ellsworth Independent School District sales and use tax exemption for construction materials authorization

Maddy summarySF 158 exempts Ellsworth Independent School District (ISD #514) from sales and use tax on construction materials purchased between January 1, 2025, and September 30, 2025, for specific projects including boiler replacement, window repairs, roof replacements, HVAC system upgrades, electrical work, tuckpointing, and bus garage renovations. The tax is collected upfront but fully refunded through the state's standard process, as outlined in Minnesota Statutes section 297A.75. This directly reduces construction costs for the school district on these defined projects. The exemption applies retroactively to purchases made after December 31, 2024.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts school district from sales tax on construction materials, providing tax relief for public infrastructure projects per bill's refund mechanism.90% confidence EducationSupports EducationExempts school district from sales tax on construction materials for infrastructure projects (roofs, HVAC, etc.), reducing costs for facility maintenance and directly supporting school infrastructure funding.95% confidence

In committee Jan 16, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SF 155

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Windom Independent School District sales and use tax exemption for construction materials authorization

Maddy summarySF 155 exempts sales tax on construction materials for four specific projects at Windom Independent School District: an outdoor athletic complex, locker room remodel, gymnastics/wrestling space, and performing arts center. The tax exemption applies to materials purchased between July 1, 2024, and December 31, 2026, with refunds processed like other school construction exemptions under Minnesota law. Schools must pay the sales tax upfront but will receive a refund from the state treasury. This policy directly affects Windom ISD's construction costs for these projects, providing financial relief for capital improvements. The exemption is retroactive to purchases made after June 30, 2024.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts sales tax on school construction materials, reducing costs for public education infrastructure projects per Minnesota law.95% confidence EducationSupports EducationExempts sales tax on school construction materials for facility upgrades (athletic complex, performing arts center), reducing costs for infrastructure improvements and directly supporting school funding.95% confidence

In committee Jan 16, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 4936

died · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Tax-forfeited lands settlement appropriation

Maddy summaryThis bill provides $109 million from the state's general fund to settle a lawsuit regarding the state's retention of tax-forfeited lands and mineral rights. It establishes a framework for participating counties to sell properties forfeited between 2012 and 2023, requiring them to auction or broker these lands for at least their appraised value in cash. Under the agreement, a significant portion of the sale proceeds must be sent to the state, while counties retain the remainder for their own use. Counties that choose not to participate in the settlement will remain fully responsible for any legal claims related to properties forfeited before January 1, 2024. The legislation also mandates regular reporting on the sale efforts and outcomes for participating counties.

died May 13, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SF 1253

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Disabled veterans market value exclusion modification by increasing exclusion amount for totally and permanently disabled veterans

In committee May 7, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 5480

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Public postsecondary institutions maintenance of a supply of opiate antagonists on system campuses requirement

In committee Apr 25, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 3869

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Installation of permeable synthetic turf added to best management practices to control stormwater runoff provision

In committee Apr 18, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SF 4983

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Data centers sales and use tax exemption modification

In committee Apr 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 5315

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Education fund transfers for fiscal years 2025, 2026, and 2027 authorization; school board non compliance with certain laws or rules authorization

In committee Apr 4, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SF 4982

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Co-sponsor

Resource management account dedication increase provision

In committee Apr 2, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SF 5265

In committee · Minnesota Senate · Lead sponsor

Pilot project to improve water quality appropriation

In committee Apr 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track