ST. PAUL, MN — One week into the 2013-2014 legislative session, State Representative Jason Isaacson (DFL – Shoreview) is already taking action to strengthen our students’ education and restore fiscal responsibility to the state capitol.
The first-term Representative co-authored three pieces of legislation designed to invest in our schools, provide property tax relief to middle class Minnesotans, and expand economic opportunities for businesses and families.
“I was elected to help get Minnesota’s fiscal house in order and solve the big challenges facing our state. The previous legislature’s decision to borrow from our schools was nothing short of irresponsible. I believe our first order of business is paying back those funds so we can give our children a great education. In addition, I’m proud to join my colleagues to provide much-needed property tax relief and make smart investments that will create jobs.”
The three pieces of legislation co-authored by Rep. Isaacson include:
HF 1: In the last budget, the legislature borrowed a record amount from our schools, forcing school districts to take out their own loans, which ends up taking money out of the classroom. HF 1 would pay back our schools so that we can fairly balance our budget and make sure money that was going to pay off loans is staying in the classroom.
HF2: When the last legislature eliminated the Homestead Credit, it increased property taxes on Minnesota homeowners, seniors, farmers and small businesses by $370 million. HF 2 creates the Homestead Credit Refund to provide direct property tax relief to middle class Minnesota homeowners and renters by expanding the existing Homeowner Property Tax Refund that about 360,000 Minnesotans receive every year. It would provide an additional $100 million in property tax relief to Minnesota homeowners as well as property tax relief to renters by increasing the Renter’s Credit.
HF3: The Minnesota Investment Fund is one of the state’s primary tools to encourage businesses to set up shop in Minnesota. The program has a proven track record of job creation and an excellent return on investment. HF 3 would increase funding for the Minnesota Investment Fund so our state can put people back to work.
Throughout the legislative session, Rep. Isaacson encourages all constituents to contact him directly with any questions, comments, or concerns on any legislative issue. Rep. Isaacson can be reached by phone at (651) 296-7153 or by email at rep.jason.isaacson@house.mn.
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