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A first look at Governor Walz’s 2026 tax proposal
April 24, 2026 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Taxes
Governor Tim Walz’s supplemental budget proposal released last month included his administration’s tax priorities for the coming years. His budget… Continue reading A first look at Governor Walz’s 2026 tax proposal
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Tax deductions for tips and overtime pay are unfair and won’t help most workers
April 20, 2026 • Haleigh Sinclair
Federal Taxes
The Federal Reconciliation Bill (H.R.1) passed last July, which has also been called the One Big Beautiful Bill, overwhelmingly benefits… Continue reading Tax deductions for tips and overtime pay are unfair and won’t help most workers
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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?