Veterans (Veteran Housing)

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 24, 2025

SF 1706: Human services data and veterans data provisions modifications

This bill modifies data access rules to help veterans verify eligibility for specific programs. It allows the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs to electronically access the Human Services Department's MAXIS database to confirm eligibility for the State Soldiers Assistance Program, Veterans Stable Housing Initiative, and SSI/SSDI Outreach program. The change ensures veterans can be connected to all available state and federal resources they qualify for. The bill does not alter benefit amounts or eligibility criteria, only streamlining verification between agencies.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransModifies data access to streamline veterans' eligibility verification for existing programs, ensuring access to all qualifying benefits without altering benefit amounts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Apr 3, 2025

SF 725: Classification rate removal and property that exemption establishment for certain property owned and operated by congressionally chartered veterans service organizations

This bill exempts property owned and operated by congressionally chartered veterans service organizations from Minnesota's property tax classification rates. It establishes a specific tax exemption for qualifying property under existing law, removing the standard 1.25% classification rate applied to similar properties. The exemption requires the commissioner of veterans affairs to provide an annual list of eligible organizations to the commissioner of revenue by January 1. The change takes effect for property assessments beginning in 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts veterans org property from standard 1.25% property tax rate, providing direct tax relief per bill's explicit tax classification change.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts veterans service org property from taxes, reducing costs to strengthen their ability to provide services to veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · House Mar 17, 2025

HF 2512: Property tax exemption established for certain property owned and operated by a congressionally chartered veterans service organization.

HF 2512 creates a property tax exemption for real estate owned and operated by congressionally chartered veterans service organizations in Minnesota. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to exempt qualifying property under section 273.13, subdivision 25, paragraph (d), clause (3), from property taxes. The commissioner of veterans affairs must annually provide a list of eligible organizations to the commissioner of revenue by January 1. This exemption applies to assessment year 2025 and later. The bill directly affects these veterans service organizations by reducing their property tax burden on qualifying properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for veterans orgs, providing tax relief under tax policy framework per bill's tax exemption language90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides property tax exemption for veterans service organizations, reducing operational costs to strengthen their ability to serve veterans per statutory amendment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 24, 2025

SF 1051: Forgotten Heroes Ranges and Retreat grant appropriation

This bill appropriates $50,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $50,000 for fiscal year 2027 to Forgotten Heroes Ranges and Retreat, a nonprofit organization. The funds are designated for expenses related to veteran retreats, including transportation and customized activities. The commissioner of veterans affairs must submit annual reports detailing how the grant money was used, including administrative costs, to legislative committees by January 15 each year. This bill directly supports veterans participating in the nonprofit's retreat programs through financial assistance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $50k/year from general fund for veteran services, aligning with funding essential programs and requiring fiscal accountability reports.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill appropriates $100k total for veteran retreats, transportation, and activities via nonprofit, directly funding veterans' services per bill summary and subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 27, 2025

SF 3024: Veteran programming grant appropriation

SF 3024 appropriates $100,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $100,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of veterans affairs for a grant to the YMCA of the North. The funds support three specific veteran and military family programs: Military and Veteran Family Retreats, Military Child BOLD and GOLD Outdoor Leadership Program, and Military and Veteran Service Program Discounts. This bill directly affects the YMCA of the North and the veterans, military families, and military children participating in these funded programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $200k total from general fund for veteran programs, directly funding essential services under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAppropriates $200k for veteran programs (retreats, outdoor leadership, service discounts) via YMCA, directly funding services and recognizing veterans' needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SF 2771: Lake County veterans memorial park planning grant appropriation

This bill appropriates $40,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to fund a planning grant for Lake County to develop a veterans memorial park. The grant directly supports Lake County in creating a park that honors U.S. military veterans, with the funds specifically designated for the planning phase. The bill does not fund construction or alter existing veteran benefits, but provides targeted financial support for planning a memorial space.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $40,000 from general fund for veterans memorial planning, directly funding a public service project through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransFunds planning for veterans memorial park, directly recognizing military service through dedicated appropriation95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SF 2762: Veterans with 100 percent service-connected disability obtaining a license for a fish house, dark house, or shelter without paying a fee authorization provision

This bill allows veterans with a 100% service-connected disability (as defined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs) to obtain license fees for fish houses, dark houses, or shelters at no cost. It amends Minnesota law to remove fees for these specific licenses when veterans provide proof of their disability status, such as a driver's license with the designated VA status. The policy directly affects eligible veterans who are Minnesota residents and meet the VA disability criteria. The key mechanism is using existing identification with the VA designation as proof, streamlining access to fee-free licenses for these recreational structures.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill waives license fees for veterans with 100% disability, directly providing a financial benefit under Veterans Affairs subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Feb 10, 2025

SF 1190: Exclusion amount increase for the homestead market value exclusion for veterans with a disability

SF 1190 increases property tax relief for Minnesota veterans with service-connected disabilities. The bill raises the homestead market value exclusion from $150,000 to $375,000 for veterans with a 70%+ disability rating, and from $300,000 to $420,000 for veterans with a total (100%) permanent disability. This directly benefits qualifying veterans, their surviving spouses (if they meet residency and ownership requirements), and primary family caregivers living with the veteran. The policy change modifies Minnesota Statutes § 273.13, subdivision 34, to provide higher tax savings on their primary residence. The exclusion requires application to the local assessor and verification of disability status by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax exclusion for veterans with disabilities, providing direct tax relief under Taxation-Property subject.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases property tax relief for veterans with disabilities, reducing housing costs for qualifying homeowners and advancing affordability within housing policy.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax relief for veterans with service-connected disabilities by raising exclusion amounts, directly expanding financial benefits for qualifying veterans and caregivers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Development Property Taxes Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

Track

passed · Minnesota · House Apr 10, 2025

HF 1662: Human services data and veterans data provisions modified.

This bill modifies how Minnesota verifies eligibility for certain veteran assistance programs by allowing the Veterans Affairs Commissioner to electronically access the Human Services MAXIS database. It directly affects veterans applying for the State Soldiers Assistance Program, Veterans Stable Housing Initiative, or the SSI/SSDI Outreach program. The key provision enables electronic data checks to confirm eligibility and connect veterans to all available state and federal benefits they qualify for. This change streamlines verification between Human Services and Veterans Affairs without altering the programs themselves.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables electronic data checks for Veterans Stable Housing Initiative, directly improving access to housing benefits for veterans. Explicitly affects housing program.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransStreamlines eligibility verification for veteran programs, enabling faster access to existing benefits without bureaucratic delays.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · Minnesota · Senate Feb 26, 2026

SF 262: Veterans with a disability homestead exclusion increase provision

This bill increases property tax relief for Minnesota veterans with service-connected disabilities. It raises the homestead exclusion from $150,000 to $200,000 for veterans with a 70%+ disability rating, and from $300,000 to $400,000 for veterans with a total (100%) permanent disability. Qualifying veterans must have an honorable discharge (via DD214) and VA certification of their disability rating. The exclusion also extends to primary family caregivers of veterans and surviving spouses who meet specific ownership and residency requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax exclusion for veterans with disabilities, providing direct tax relief under Taxation-Property subject.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax relief for disabled veterans by raising homestead exclusions, directly expanding financial benefits for qualifying veterans with service-connected disabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

Track