The State of Minnesota ended the most recent fiscal year on a positive revenue note. Looking ahead, the national economic… Continue reading July economic update shows state revenues on track, mixed national economic picture
Author: Clark Goldenrod
Deputy Director (former),
Minnesota Budget Project
Latest economic report shows state revenues on track with projected large surpluses
Both the state of Minnesota’s revenues and the national economic forecast are slightly improved compared to the February forecast, according… Continue reading Latest economic report shows state revenues on track with projected large surpluses
Early agreement on state budget targets outline use of the surplus
On Tuesday, the Minnesota House and Senate leadership and Governor Tim Walz released joint budget targets that lay out their agreed-upon… Continue reading Early agreement on state budget targets outline use of the surplus
State’s February budget forecast confirms opportunity to make transformational investments
The State of Minnesota is projected to have budget surpluses over the next four years, according to the February 2023… Continue reading State’s February budget forecast confirms opportunity to make transformational investments
Driver’s licenses for all would strengthen Minnesota
Minnesota policymakers have an important opportunity in 2023 to expand access to driver’s licenses regardless of immigration status. This policy… Continue reading Driver’s licenses for all would strengthen Minnesota
January economic update affirms state has resources to invest in everyday Minnesotans
The state of Minnesota’s revenue picture continues to improve, and the national economic recovery is expected to be a little… Continue reading January economic update affirms state has resources to invest in everyday Minnesotans
Governor Walz releases FY 2024-25 budget priorities
The Walz administration’s recently released budget proposal names as their priorities making Minnesota the best state for children, investing in… Continue reading Governor Walz releases FY 2024-25 budget priorities
Another historic surplus yields opportunity for transformational investments
The State of Minnesota is projected to have dramatically more resources than previously expected, according to the November 2022 Budget… Continue reading Another historic surplus yields opportunity for transformational investments
Today’s high inflation highlights longer-term trend of wages not keeping up with cost of living
While corporations are experiencing the largest profit margins in 70 years, this isn’t being reflected in what Minnesota workers are… Continue reading Today’s high inflation highlights longer-term trend of wages not keeping up with cost of living
What are the state budget implications of a potential national recession?
While the state of Minnesota’s revenues have continued to come in better than expected, more serious economic challenges are expected… Continue reading What are the state budget implications of a potential national recession?