HF3032
Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority funding provided contingent on certain revenues from the conduct of electronic pull-tabs, and money appropriated.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF3152
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to allocate funds for stadium improvements in Minnesota by utilizing revenues generated from electronic pull-tabs, which are a form of charitable gambling.
Main Provisions
- Revenue Calculation: Annually, by March 15, the Commissioner of Management and Budget will calculate the difference in tax revenue derived from electronic pull-tabs between the previous fiscal year and a specified base year (2024).
- Appropriation to Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority: If revenue from the previous year exceeds that of the base year, a percentage of the excess, up to a maximum limit, will be appropriated from the general fund to the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority for stadium improvements.
- Maximum Amount: The maximum annual appropriation for stadium improvements is set at $20,000,000.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The bill introduces a new subdivision to Minnesota Statutes section 297E.02, specifically addressing the allocation of revenues from electronic pull-tabs for stadium improvements.
- It establishes a framework for calculating and appropriating funds based on the differential tax revenue generated by electronic pull-tabs.
Relevant Terms
- Charitable gambling
- Electronic pull-tabs
- Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority
- Stadium improvements
- General fund appropriation
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 01, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Taxes |
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Progress through the legislative process
In Committee