• 2007 Form PCR, Political Contribution Refund
• 2008 Form PCR, Political Contribution Refund

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:

1. Get a receipt (Form EP-3) from the political party or candidate to whom the contribution was made.

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 Political Contribution Refund
Minnesota Department of Revenue
St. Paul, MN 55146-1800

This refund program is not tied in any way to the state income tax form. Form PCR must be filed separately. You can only file one claim. Form PCR cannot be amended.

You may file a claim for the PCR immediately after making the contribution.

• 2007 Form PCR, Political Contribution Refund

• 2008 Form PCR, Political Contribution Refund

Claims for contributions made during 2007 must be filed by April 15, 2008.
Claims for contributions made during 2008 must be filed by April 15, 2009.