Certain definitions modifications for purposes of certain regional sales taxes

Senate Bill SF 765 clarifies definitions for Minnesota's regional sales tax system by amending statutes to specify that "metropolitan area" includes Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties. It defines key terms like "Metropolitan Council" and "metropolitan sales tax" to ensure consistent application of the tax. The bill sets a 0.25% sales tax rate on retail purchases made within these counties or destined for them, effective after June 30, 2025. This directly affects businesses and consumers in those seven counties who pay the regional sales tax.