Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to amend existing tax regulations to increase the financial resources available for providing free musical entertainment to the public in Minnesota's third-class cities.

Main Provisions

• Tax Authorization: The bill allows city councils in third-class cities within Minnesota to levy a tax specifically designated for free public musical entertainment.

• Expenditure Limit: The current annual spending limit of $3,000 on this tax-funded entertainment is proposed to be increased to $10,000.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Increased Expenditure Cap: The amendment raises the cap on annual expenditures from $3,000 to $10,000, offering more funds to enhance or expand musical entertainment offerings for the general public.

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Relevant Terms

taxation, musical entertainment, public entertainment, tax levy, expenditure limit, third-class cities, Minnesota Statutes 2024, free music, city council, financial resources.