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*June 30, 2023*






Independence Day 4

Dear Neighbors,

Happy Fourth of July to you and your family! I hope you can take time early next week to reflect on the ideals and liberties that our nation was founded on in 1776. We are so fortunate to live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. Please have a safe and joyous Independence Day!

*Tax Increases Coming*

This year?s legislative session saw Democrats and Gov. Walz raise taxes on Minnesotans by nearly $10 billion despite a $17.5 billion budget surplus. While I advocated for returning the surplus to you through historic tax relief, Democrat majorities in the House and Senate?along with Gov. Walz?went on a spending spree and are forcing all of us to foot the bill.

Today, I want to draw your attention to the Democrats? transportation finance bill which contains a number of these new tax increases. Some of the increases will take effect on July 1st, others will show up later this year or earlier next year. Here?s a rundown of some of what you can expect:


* *_Vehicle Tab Increases:_*?The average driver will see a 36% increase in tab fee costs over the first 11 years of owning the vehicle, but some years will see a 50% increase.
* *_Filing Fee increases:_*?Filing fees will increase to $8 on every vehicle registration renewal, excluding pro-rate transactions.?
* *_Delivery Fee on retail deliveries over $100_*: Over $189 million over four years is expected to be collected from Minnesotans who shop from home thanks to this new tax. The tax will be applied to deliveries over $100.?
* *_$6 Fee Increase for Driver licenses:_*?This is effective July 1, 2023, and applies to applications made on or after that date.
* *_Gas Tax Automatic Increases for Inflation_*: The expected gas tax hike beginning January 1, 2024, is 5 cents over four years. In total, drivers will pay $423 million over four years.
* *_Auto Parts Sales tax changes_*: This 0.75% increase in the 7-county Metro Sales Tax for Transportation will see 83% of funds go toward Metro Transit funding and 17% will be sent to Metro Counties for local road projects.?
* *_Increase in Motor Vehicle Sales Tax from 6.5% to 6.875%:_*?This change will give Minnesota the 5th highest Vehicle sales tax rate in the U.S. This section is effective for sales and purchases made on or after July 1, 2023.

Remember, these are just the?*"transportation-related"*?tax increases?there are many, many other goods, services, and more that will be more expensive in the coming weeks and months.

*Staying in Touch*

While the legislative session may be over, my work serving you, your family, and our community does not end. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions, comments, or concerns. I can be reached by phone at 651-296-8237 or via email [email protected].?

God Bless,

Brian











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