City of Plymouth local lodging tax expiration date removal provision

Minnesota Senate Bill 2712 (SF2712) seeks to remove the expiration date of the local lodging tax imposed by the city of Plymouth. Originally authorized in 2019, this tax was set to expire either ten years after its implementation or by December 31, 2030, whichever came first. By eliminating the expiration date, the bill aims to allow Plymouth to continue collecting the lodging tax indefinitely. ([revisor.mn.gov](https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2025/0/SF/2712/versions/0/pdf/?utm_source=openai))

While specific media coverage on SF2712 is limited, similar legislative efforts in Minnesota have been met with support from local officials and tourism organizations. For instance, the Minnesota Department of Revenue announced the administration of Plymouth's 3% lodging tax starting July 1, 2024, indicating a positive reception to such initiatives. ([revenue.state.mn.us](https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/2025-10/plymouth-lodging-tax-general-notice.pdf?utm_source=openai))

There is no significant media coverage indicating opposition to SF2712. However, similar bills in previous legislative sessions, such as HF551 in 2021, did not progress beyond committee stages, suggesting potential challenges in advancing such legislation. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MN/bill/HF551/2021?utm_source=openai))