ALBERT LEA, MN—Representative Bob Dettmer, R-Forest Lake, Chair of the House Veterans Affairs Division, joined Rep. Peggy Bennett, R-Albert Lea, to talk with local veterans at the Leo Carey American Legion Post 56 in Albert Lea about veteran legislation that have passed over the last two years, including one of the largest veteran tax cuts in state history passed and signed into law last month. The provision exempts all military pensions from state income taxes.
“Our heroes deserve our support, and I’m proud to assist our retired service men and women,” said Rep. Bennett. “Thank you to Chair Dettmer and all the veterans who attended this meeting to discuss all the provisions we passed to help those who serve our country.”
Dettmer said he is touring the state meeting with local veteran organizations to clear up confusion about the recently-passed veteran tax cut. The provision passed as a part of the supplemental budget bill signed into law, and was not part of the tax bill vetoed recently by Governor Dayton.
"It's important that we get the word out about this and other important legislation that passed this year," added Rep. Dettmer. "We've helped veterans keep the pension they've earned serving our country, made it easier for veterans to start a small business, and made changes to help military members and their families transition back to civilian life. I hope these meetings will help spread awareness about all of the bipartisan veterans' legislation passed over the last two years."
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