SF209 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Illegal cannabis and controlled substances tax repeal
Related bill: HF308
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill, titled SF No 209, proposes to eliminate the existing tax on illegal cannabis and other controlled substances in Minnesota. It also includes adjustments to the related laws to reflect the removal of this tax. Specifically, several sections of the Minnesota Statutes from 2024 that outline the tax obligations and definitions connected to these controlled substances will be repealed. Additionally, the bill amends another section to redefine what constitutes a criminal act under these regulations. This action aims to change how the state handles the illicit drug transactions concerning taxation.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Taxes |
| January 20, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Authors added | |
| February 19, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Comm report: To pass and re-referred to | Judiciary and Public Safety |
| March 16, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Comm report: To pass and re-referred to | Taxes |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "Section 609.902, subdivision 4 of Minnesota Statutes is amended to redefine 'criminal act' for certain felony violations.",
"modified": [
"Incorporates additional context for violations involving insurance and health organizations."
]
},
"citation": "609.902"
}
]