HF2066 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Electric-assisted bicycle tax rebate repealed, appropriation cancelled, and money transferred.
Related bill: SF2464
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to make changes related to transportation taxes by specifically addressing the cancellation of an existing financial incentive program.
Main Provisions
- Repeal of Electric-Assisted Bicycle Rebate: The bill seeks to eliminate the rebate program that provides financial incentives for purchasing electric-assisted bicycles (often referred to as e-bikes).
- Appropriation Cancellation: It specifies the cancellation of $2,000,000 from the funds previously appropriated for the rebate program. These funds will be returned to the state's general fund by June 30, 2025.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The bill proposes to remove existing statutory provisions under Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 289A.51 that support the electric-assisted bicycle rebate. This means that the financial incentives previously available for e-bike purchases will no longer be offered.
Relevant Terms
- Electric-assisted bicycle
- Rebate cancellation
- Appropriation transfer
- General fund
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
| March 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Committee report, to adopt and re-refer to | Ways and Means |
Citations
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