Committee advances bill to extend and rebalance state housing tax credit HF3902 amid support from housing groups Representative Igoe’s HF3902 would align the state housing tax credit with workforce housing programs, add geographic balance to ensure Greater Minnesota receives a proportionate share, and repeal the program’s 2028 sunset. Nonprofit housing groups testified in strong support, while some members cautioned against removing the sunset completely and urged an extension or tweaks instead.

Minnesota's House File 3902 could reshape affordable housing by aligning tax credits with workforce needs and ensuring fair distribution across the state.

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Columbus panel urges public-private investment, mid-sized venues and protections to grow city’s music economy Local music leaders at a Columbus Metropolitan Club forum said Columbus has the creative talent and an estimated $1.3 billion industry but lacks the business infrastructure, mid-sized and outdoor venues, sustainable funding and transit access to turn local artists into national acts. Panelists promoted coordinated public-private funding, audience-‑

Columbus has the talent and a booming $1.3 billion music industry, but without public and private investment, its potential remains untapped.

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