Gov. Tim Walz wants to lower the state’s sales tax rate by 0.075%. But the lost revenue from that change would be more than made up for by new sales taxes on accounting, banking, brokerage and legal services, according to Revenue Department estimates.
That’s all part of the governor’s tax bill, HF2437, which is being carried by Rep. Greg Davids (R-Preston) and was presented to the House Taxes Committee on Wednesday.
The committee laid the bill over, as amended, and will consider its provisions for possible omnibus bill inclusion.
“In light of very tough budget times, this is a responsible and practical tax bill,” said Revenue Commissioner Paul Marquart. “It really looks to create a more fair and stable tax system while also creating new economic development and new jobs.”