HF2673
Disabled veterans exempted from watercraft fees.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF2998
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this Minnesota legislative bill is to provide financial relief to disabled veterans by exempting them from certain watercraft-related fees.
Main Provisions
Fee Exemption: The bill proposes that veterans with a 100% service-connected disability are exempt from paying watercraft license fees. This includes not charging fees for the registration, transfer, or duplication of a watercraft license.
Surcharges and Registrar Fees: Disabled veterans will also be exempt from paying any surcharges or registrar fees associated with their watercraft registration.
Eligibility Criteria: To qualify, a veteran must demonstrate a 100% service-connected disability as determined by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or through the retirement board of the respective military branch.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The proposed bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 86B.415, by adding a new provision specifically for veterans with a 100% service-connected disability, thereby exempting them from specified watercraft-related fees.
Relevant Terms
- Disabled veterans
- Watercraft fees
- License fee exemption
- Service-connected disability
- Veterans Affairs
- Military disability rating
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy | |
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