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Recent Content
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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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Looking under the hood of the state’s February Budget Forecast: Despite better numbers, warning lights are flashing
March 31, 2026 • Carly Eckstrom
Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Budget Outlook
In the near term, Minnesota is showing a projected general fund surplus of $3.7 billion for the current budget cycle… Continue reading Looking under the hood of the state’s February Budget Forecast: Despite better numbers, warning lights are flashing