This legislative bill, S.F. No. 1002, proposes a law that would require the approval of voters in specific counties within Minnesota's metropolitan area before a regional transportation sales and use tax can be implemented. The bill defines the metropolitan area to include the counties of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington. Each of these counties must hold a vote, and the tax can only be imposed if a majority of voters in each county approve it during the 2026 general election.

The tax, if approved, would be set at a rate of three-quarters of one percent (0.75%) on retail sales and uses that are subject to this tax within the metropolitan area. Importantly, after January 1, 2027, the tax will continue at the same rate but only in those counties where voters have approved its imposition.

This bill mandates that voter approval is necessary for the tax to be levied, giving local residents more control over regional taxation decisions related to transportation funding.