The 2014 Legislative Session may only last a few months, but policymakers should make the most of that time with… Continue reading Our top five for 2014
Author: Minnesota Budget Project
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2014 session starts with a bang for Working Family Credit
One of our top priorities for this legislative session is off to a great start. On Tuesday, the first day of the… Continue reading 2014 session starts with a bang for Working Family Credit
February Forecast has good news for the state, but proceed with caution
The state’s February 2014 Economic Forecast released today brought good news for Minnesota. The state projects a $1.2 billion positive balance for… Continue reading February Forecast has good news for the state, but proceed with caution
Minimum wage and Working Family Credit are complementary, not competitors
State tax credits and the minimum wage have their greatest success when they work together, according to a Minneapolis Star Tribune… Continue reading Minimum wage and Working Family Credit are complementary, not competitors
Economic recovery leaves many Minnesotans out in the cold
Even though the Great Recession officially ended in 2009, many Minnesotans are still struggling to find jobs and get back… Continue reading Economic recovery leaves many Minnesotans out in the cold
New report: Minnesota’s policies promote financial security, but communities of color often left behind
A new report from the Corporation for Enterprise Development (CFED) finds Minnesota does well on many aspects of its Assets… Continue reading New report: Minnesota’s policies promote financial security, but communities of color often left behind
Summit spotlights importance of women’s economic status
Last week’s Women’s Economic Security Summit highlighted a critical part of strengthening Minnesota’s economy – improving the economic status of… Continue reading Summit spotlights importance of women’s economic status
MinnesotaCare unites us in a time of divisiveness
Last month, I had the privilege to be a part of something special in Minnesota when a whole lot of groups… Continue reading MinnesotaCare unites us in a time of divisiveness
Washington state has both strong economy, higher minimum wage
A higher minimum wage is not incompatible with a strong economy, and Washington state is a prime example. A recent MinnPost… Continue reading Washington state has both strong economy, higher minimum wage
National experts warn: Caution is the right approach to state ‘surpluses’
When the November forecast brought news of a projected surplus, we welcomed that good news. But we encouraged policymakers to act… Continue reading National experts warn: Caution is the right approach to state ‘surpluses’