Gov. Walz on MN rebate checks being federally taxed: It’s ‘bull—-‘

Walz on IRS taxing rebate checks: It's bullsh--

Governor Walz had some harsh words for the IRS, as federal officials determined they will tax Minnesotans on rebate checks sent out this year.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Governor Tim Walz isn't happy that the federal government will tax Minnesotans who received rebate checks this year, calling it "bullsh--" during a Wednesday news conference.

Walz responded to the decision while speaking about the budget surplus forecast for 2024. The decision could cost some Minnesotans up to $286, depending on how large of a rebate they received.

"Bullsh--," said Walz, when asked about the decision. "I don't know. It's the IRS. I will tell you this: I have been on the phone, not much more judicious than that slip there, to let them know."

Walz says he has spoken with Biden administration officials in an attempt to change the situation but to no avail.

The Minnesota Department of Revenue says it will send out 1099-MISC forms to everyone who received the rebate.