Task Force on Housing Taxes and Fees establishment

This bill establishes a temporary Task Force on Housing Taxes and Fees to study how state, county, and local taxes and fees affect the cost of building and maintaining housing in Minnesota. The 16-member task force includes legislators, government officials, representatives from housing and development organizations, and public members appointed by the governor. The group will inventory current housing-related charges, analyze their impact on housing prices, evaluate how funds are distributed, and provide recommendations for reducing costs while preserving essential public services. The task force must submit its findings and recommendations by February 15, 2027, and will expire once the report is delivered.