MN SF5079Minnesota Senate Bill SF5079, introduced on April 13, 2026, aimed to cancel a specific $1,000,000 appropriation designated for veterans under the 2025 state budget. The bill proposed returning these funds to the state's general fund by June 30, 2026. This action would have effectively removed the funding from the veterans program, potentially impacting services and benefits for veterans. ([myreptracker.com](https://myreptracker.com/minnesota/bills/mn-2025-2026-regular-session-sf-5079?utm_source=openai))
MN SF5079 is a senate bill in the Minnesota 94th Legislature 2025-2026, sponsored by Jeff Howe (R), currently “Introduced” since April 13, 2026.
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The bill faced criticism for potentially defunding veterans services. Opponents argued that canceling the $1,000,000 allocation would restrict financial support for programs benefiting veterans. This move was viewed as a budgetary action that could negatively affect veterans' services and benefits. ([myreptracker.com](https://myreptracker.com/minnesota/bills/mn-2025-2026-regular-session-sf-5079?utm_source=openai))
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What does MN SF5079 do?
Minnesota Senate Bill SF5079, introduced on April 13, 2026, aimed to cancel a specific $1,000,000 appropriation designated for veterans under the 2025 state budget. The bill proposed returning these funds to the state's general fund by June 30, 2026. This action would have effectively removed the funding from the veterans program, potentially impacting services and benefits for veterans.…
What is the status of MN SF5079?
MN SF5079 is currently “Introduced” in the Minnesota legislature.
Who sponsored MN SF5079?
Jeff Howe (R) sponsored MN SF5079.
