MCN at the Capitol
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits supports individual nonprofits and Minnesota’s nonprofit sector to be their own voice in the public policy process. We provide training on advocacy and lobbying, serve as a resource to policymakers on the nonprofit sector, and advocate on issues that impact all nonprofits, such as incentives to charitable giving, nonprofit tax exemptions, lobbying rights and election activity rights.
See our Current Policy Agenda to learn more about our current activities and positions.
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Proposal to Repeal Charitable Tax Deduction Eliminated from Tax Bill
May 16, 2013 - On May 15 the House tax conferees, in negotiations with the Senate, eliminated their proposal to repeal the charitable tax deduction and replace it with a credit. more... -
Legislators Need to Hear from Nonprofit Sector
May 3, 2013 - To protect the charitable tax current deduction, it is crucial that legislators hear from the nonprofit sector. more... -
MCN Asks Legislators to Reject Proposed Charitable Tax Changes
May 2, 2013 - The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits has sent a letter of concern to legislators regarding the proposal to replace Minnesota’s charitable tax deductions with a charitable tax credit. more...
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New Language Exempts All Charitable Properties from Proposed Fees
April 17, 2013 - The Minnesota House Taxes committee released its omnibus tax bill this week. MCN was pleased to see that the amendment excluding charities from proposed street improvement districts was not only included, but expanded. more...
