HR 1 Federal Cuts Threaten County Budget
Summary
Commissioners warned that the federal HR 1 (SNAP-related) cuts could cost Ramsey County about $13.6 million a year — roughly 3.5% of the property tax levy. The board is lobbying for a two-year delay and plans to explain the impacts on property tax statements.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Estimated $13.6 million annual impact and roughly 3.5% levy pressure if HR 1 is fully implemented.
A federal delay would protect residents from service cuts and property tax increases.
Residents relying on SNAP, Medicaid and county services face the brunt of any implementation.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Commissioners — August 25, 2026
Federal cuts to SNAP and Medicaid will cost the county an estimated $6.2 million in 2027 alone, with much bigger hits expected in 2028. Commissioners from both parties voiced frustration that decisions made in Washington land on local property taxpayers.
Board of Commissioners — July 7, 2026
Commissioners warned that the federal HR 1 (SNAP-related) cuts could cost Ramsey County about $13.6 million a year — roughly 3.5% of the property tax levy. The board is lobbying for a two-year delay and plans to explain the impacts on property tax statements.
Board Workshop / Discussion — May 19, 2026
The federal HR 1 bill shifts SNAP administrative and benefit costs to counties starting next year. The legislature covered about $11 million of a ~$31 million statewide cost, leaving counties to make up the difference — likely through property taxes. Advocacy continues at the federal level.
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