Tax policies prioritizing everyday Minnesotans
Sound state tax policy decisions can contribute to a more equitable state economy and ensure that there are enough resources to sustainably fund schools, health care, vibrant communities, and other building blocks of a durable prosperity that includes all Minnesotans, regardless of who they are or where they live.
We analyze individual tax proposals and full tax plans from the governor and legislative bodies, as well as the tax system overall, emphasizing the impact on everyday Minnesotans, tax fairness, and the ability of the tax system to raise the revenues needed to sustainably fund public investments that keep us moving forward as a state.
What is tax conformity?
Federal tax changes don’t automatically apply in Minnesota. Learn how tax conformity works and how conformity decisions that policymakers must make shape our state’s taxes and revenues.
Publications
Brief
What is tax conformity?
April 9, 2026 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Taxes
What is conformity? How does conformity work in Minnesota? What are some examples of conformity decisions?
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A first look at Governor Walz’s 2026 Supplemental Budget proposal
April 8, 2026 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Taxes
Minnesota policymakers are facing a number of challenges, including the need to respond to the damaging impacts of federal actions.… Continue reading A first look at Governor Walz’s 2026 Supplemental Budget proposal
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Who receives the Renter’s Credit? (TY 2023)
January 15, 2026 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Taxes, Tax Credits for Minnesotans and Families
Like all Minnesotans, Minnesota’s renters want safe, affordable homes for themselves and their families. But some folks earning low wages… Continue reading Who receives the Renter’s Credit? (TY 2023)
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Who receives the Working Family Credit? (TY 2022)
October 15, 2025 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Taxes, Tax Credits for Minnesotans and Families
Minnesota’s Working Family Tax Credit boosts the incomes of working people across the state so they are better able to… Continue reading Who receives the Working Family Credit? (TY 2022)
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Governor Walz’s revised FY 2026-27 budget proposal makes some additional changes as budget conditions tighten
April 22, 2025 • Minnesota Budget Project
Child Care, Health Care, Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Taxes
In March, Governor Tim Walz released his revised budget proposal, which updates the initial budget proposal he released on January… Continue reading Governor Walz’s revised FY 2026-27 budget proposal makes some additional changes as budget conditions tighten