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Political contribution refunds Update: The state is facing a historic projected deficit of almost $2.7 billion for the upcoming biennium. On July 1, 2009, the governor approved the unallotment of funds for the FY 2010/11 biennium.
Among the approved unaollotments is the two-year elimination of the political contribution refund for contributions received after June 30, 2009, and through June 30, 2011. This elimination is estimated to save $10.4 million in general fund expenditures for the FY 2010/11 biennium. As a result, contributions physically received by the political committee or fund treasurer, candidate or worker by June 30, 2009, will qualify for the political contribution refund. Contributions received on or after July 1, 2009, will no longer qualify during the two-year elimination period. Qualified candidates and political party units: For additional information, including answers to commonly asked questions, see the following statements:
If you make a contribution(s) to a Minnesota political party, a candidate for state office, or candidates for the Minnesota Legislature, you are eligible to apply for a refund of a portion of your contribution(s). Only those contributions made to candidates who signed an agreement with the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board (formerly Minnesota Ethical Practices Board) to observe state campaign spending limits qualify for the refund. Minnesota Statutes defines "contribution" for purposes of the political contribution refund, as "a gift of money." Eligible candidates and parties should not issue an official Form EP-3 (receipt) to contributors who donate goods or services. The maximum refund you can receive is $50 for single persons and $100 for married couples. You are only allowed to claim one refund with a single application per year. You cannot amend that filing. If you are registered to vote or eligible to vote in Minnesota, you are eligible to apply for a refund. To apply, you must:
2. Fill out Form PCR, obtained from the party, candidate, or Minnesota Department of Revenue. See links to forms below. 3. Attach the EP-3 to Form PCR. 4. Mail it to the Minnesota Department of Revenue at:
Minnesota Department of Revenue St. Paul, MN 55146-1800 You may file a claim for the PCR immediately after making the contribution. Claims for contributions made between January 1, and June 30, 2009, must be filed by April 15, 2010.
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