HF2682 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Bonuses for certain service members funding provided, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF616
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill proposes to allocate funds to provide financial bonuses to certain service members who served in qualifying military campaigns but did not previously receive a similar bonus as outlined under existing Minnesota law.
Main Provisions
- The bill appropriates $6,000 from the state's general fund for the fiscal year 2026.
- Eligible service members are entitled to receive a $1,200 bonus.
- To be eligible, service members must not have received a bonus under the existing Minnesota Statutes section 197.79.
- The qualifying service or military campaign must be confirmed by the member's DD214 form.
- Service members are required to submit necessary documentation to the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs by December 31, 2028.
Significant Changes
- The bill extends an additional benefit to service members not previously covered under the current bonuses for military service as specified in Minnesota Statutes section 197.79.
Relevant Terms
- Veterans bonus
- Service members
- DD214 form
- Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
- General fund
- Military service bonus
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Veterans and Military Affairs Division |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Veterans and Military Affairs Division |
Citations
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