Minnesota
Minnesota is home to over 500,000 small businesses (SMBs) that employ over 1.3 million people. Policymakers must consider the impacts of new laws and regulations on SMBs before supporting legislation.
Key Policy Issues
Digital Economy
Social Media Tax
In the 2025 legislative session, Minnesota lawmakers considered SF 3197 — a bill that would tax ads on social media. While lawmakers pitched it as a way to go after tech platforms, Minnesota small businesses that use Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube ads to reach customers would be hurt the most.
SF 3197 would mean:
- Higher ad costs
- Fewer customers
- Less room to grow, invest, or hire
While Minnesota’s 2025 legislative session has concluded, this issue could resurface in the fall. Until then, we’re urging lawmakers to oppose this bill, and we need your voice. Click here to sign our letter to lawmakers urging them to oppose a new social media tax before it’s too late!
Sponsor: Sen. Ann H. Rest
SF 3197 was introduced on April 1, 2025. On April 9, 2025, it was amended in the Senate and is being held for further consideration.
Minnesota Small Business Leaders, You Can Make Your Voice Heard.
It’s crucial that small business leaders like you speak up and make your voice heard to your state’s legislators, especially when they’re considering bills that could very well impact your business. Sign up for our Public Policy Newsletter here to stay current on this issue and track its status in 2025.
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