MN SF3053

Commissioner of Revenue must conduct a study of the metropolitan revenue distribution program (fiscal disparities program) under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 473F and submit findings and recommendations to tax committee chairs by February 1, 2012.

Study must evaluate the extent to which the program meets six goals, including reducing inefficient development patterns, ensuring regional economic growth is shared equitably, and improving service delivery capabilities across jurisdictions.

Metropolitan Council must certify $100,000 from the fiscal disparities levy for taxes payable in 2011 to fund the study.

Metropolitan Council transfers the $100,000 to the Commissioner of Revenue upon receipt of levy proceeds to pay for the study.

Section 1 becomes effective January 1, 2011; fund transfer provisions apply only to taxes payable in 2011.