Property tax refund target expansion to cover homestead property tax increases that were greater than six percent

This bill expands Minnesota's property tax refund program to provide additional relief to homeowners whose property taxes increased by more than six percent compared to the previous year. The key provision allows eligible homeowners to receive a refund equal to 60 percent of the tax increase, with a maximum refund amount of $2,500, while excluding tax increases caused by property improvements. Homeowners must file a claim with their property tax refund return and provide documentation from the prior year's tax statement to qualify for the additional refund. The bill also requires counties to electronically provide eligible homeowner contact information to assist with claims, with the changes taking effect for property taxes payable in 2026.