Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF2844

Introduced
3/13/23  

Caption

Household stability fund, homeownership opportunity fund and the rental opportunity fund establishment

Impact

The implementation of SF2844 will amend existing Minnesota Statutes, particularly affecting how funds are allocated to support housing initiatives. By requiring that a third of the state general levy revenue be directed towards each of the three funds, the bill aims to create a more structured and supportive financial environment for those in need of housing assistance. This change reflects a commitment to not only addressing immediate housing needs but also fostering long-term homeownership opportunities and stable rental environments.

Summary

SF2844 establishes various funds aimed at enhancing housing stability and accessibility within the state of Minnesota. The bill introduces the Community and Household Stability Fund, the Homeownership Opportunity Fund, and the Rental Opportunity Fund. The primary objective of these funds is to provide financial assistance to individuals and families facing homelessness or housing instability. This includes funding for emergency assistance, legal services, outreach efforts, and the acquisition or rehabilitation of properties to serve as emergency shelters, transitional housing, or permanent supportive housing.

Contention

Discussions surrounding SF2844 may include points of contention regarding budget allocations, the effectiveness of funded programs, and potential impacts on local housing markets. There might be concerns about whether the funding levels are sufficient to meet the growing demand for affordable housing solutions. Additionally, stakeholders could debate the administration of these funds and the measures in place to ensure transparency and accountability in expenditure, particularly in light of the auditing provisions included in the bill.

Companion Bills

MN HF2763

Similar To Community and household stability, homeownership opportunity, and rental opportunity funds established; state general levy apportioned for funds; and reports required.

Previously Filed As

MN HF2763

Community and household stability, homeownership opportunity, and rental opportunity funds established; state general levy apportioned for funds; and reports required.

MN SF2621

Constitutional Amendment proposal to increase the sales tax rate by three-eighths of one percent and dedicating the receipts for housing purposes; Homeownership opportunity fund, community and household stability fund, and rental opportunity fund establishment; fund councils establishment

MN SF3357

Constitutional amendment increasing the sales tax rate by three-eighths of one percent and dedicating the receipts for housing purposes; homeownership opportunity fund, rental opportunity fund and household and community stability fund and fund councils creation

MN HF3329

Sales tax rate increased by three-eighths of one percent and receipts dedicated for housing purposes; homeownership opportunity fund, rental opportunity fund, and household and community stability funds created; fund councils created; appointments provided; and constitutional amendment proposed.

MN SF4022

Constitutional amendment proposal to increase the sales tax rate by three-eighths of one percent and dedicating the receipts for housing purposes; Creating a homeownership fund, a rental opportunity fund and a household and community stability fund

MN HF3279

Sales tax rate increased by three-eighths of one percent and receipts dedicated for housing purposes; homeownership opportunity fund, community and household stability fund, and rental opportunity fund created; fund councils created; appointments provided; reports required; and constitutional amendment proposed.

MN SB1435

Opportunity zone funds: reporting.

MN SB039

Funding For Educational Opportunities

MN HB1586

Establishing a foundation opportunity budget program for funding public education.

MN SB25

California Environmental Quality Act: projects funded by qualified opportunity zone funds or other public funds.

Similar Bills

MN HF2763

Community and household stability, homeownership opportunity, and rental opportunity funds established; state general levy apportioned for funds; and reports required.

CT SB00570

An Act Concerning Opportunity Zones.

NH HB527

Replacing the statewide education property tax with a local revenue contribution.

NH HB1460

Relative to the sale of county property.

LA HB262

Provides for ancillary expenses of state government

WV SB678

Establishing tax credit for road infrastructure improvement projects and coal production processing facilities

WV HB4557

Establishing a road or highway infrastructure improvement projects or coal production and processing facilities tax credit

NH HB1586

Establishing a foundation opportunity budget program for funding public education.