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
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Our first look at Governor Walz’s FY 2026-27 budget proposal
For analysis of Governor Tim Walz’s revised FY 2026-27 budget proposal, see Governor Walz’s revised FY 2026-27 budget proposal makes… Continue reading Our first look at Governor Walz’s FY 2026-27 budget proposal
Minnesota college students increasingly facing basic economic, mental health challenges
No student should have to go hungry or worry about having stable housing. But Minnesota’s college students are increasingly finding… Continue reading Minnesota college students increasingly facing basic economic, mental health challenges
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The Minnesota Budget Project team is excited to announce our search for a Research Analyst who will produce timely and credible research… Continue reading Research and analysis wonk? Check out our open position
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The Minnesota Budget Project team is excited to announce our search for a Policy Analyst who will produce analysis, identify, and… Continue reading Passionate about public policy? We’re hiring a policy analyst
Apply for a two-year state policy fellowship with the Minnesota Budget Project
To expand the diversity of voices that speak with authority in state policy debates, the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP)… Continue reading Apply for a two-year state policy fellowship with the Minnesota Budget Project
Minnesota’s July Economic Update shows higher state revenues, but mixed economic news
The recently released July Revenue and Economic Update gave us mixed news about the state’s economic and budget landscape. The quarterly report from… Continue reading Minnesota’s July Economic Update shows higher state revenues, but mixed economic news
Rankings of state “business climate” are misleading, fall short of actual measures
Note: I had the opportunity to see Dr. Peter Fisher present on state business climate rankings at the recent Minnesota… Continue reading Rankings of state “business climate” are misleading, fall short of actual measures
Many Minnesotans struggle to make ends meet while others prosper
Income inequality has gotten worse in Minnesota – and every state – over the past 50 years, and the highest-income… Continue reading Many Minnesotans struggle to make ends meet while others prosper
February Economic Forecast shows surpluses, but forecasters cite federal uncertainty and need for caution
The state’s Minnesota Management and Budget released the February Budget and Economic Forecast today. Here are our top takeaways: The February forecast… Continue reading February Economic Forecast shows surpluses, but forecasters cite federal uncertainty and need for caution