As the Legislature passes budget bills to invest in our kids, our workers and our communities, legislators also need to figure out how… Continue reading House omnibus tax bill’s priorities include progressivity and lower property taxes
Author: Minnesota Budget Project
The Minnesota Budget Project is a research and advocacy organization that pursues policy solutions so that all Minnesotans can thrive, regardless of who they are or where they live. Established more than 25 years ago, the Minnesota Budget Project is a nonpartisan project of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.
E-12 omnibus bills make significant investments in our children
We know a quality school system plays a critical role in a state’s economic success, and making sure that all… Continue reading E-12 omnibus bills make significant investments in our children
Higher education budget bills focus on making college affordable
By 2018, Minnesota’s employers are expected to require one of the most highly educated workforces in the nation, with 70 percent… Continue reading Higher education budget bills focus on making college affordable
Governor Dayton’s budget provides a good framework for final budget legislation
Our priorities for the FY 2014-15 state budget are to raise revenues to resolve the budget deficit and invest in… Continue reading Governor Dayton’s budget provides a good framework for final budget legislation
Repealing the provider tax puts vital health care services at risk
Later today, the Senate Tax Committee is expected to hear Senate File 1034, the Health and Human Services omnibus bill. We… Continue reading Repealing the provider tax puts vital health care services at risk
A first look at sequestration’s impact on Minnesota
It’s April in Minnesota, which means many of us are caught up in the budget discussions brewing at the state… Continue reading A first look at sequestration’s impact on Minnesota
April Economic Update brings more good and not-so-good news
State revenues continue to come in higher than expected and employment in Minnesota has returned to pre-recession levels, according to… Continue reading April Economic Update brings more good and not-so-good news
Research debunks idea that tax increases prompt the wealthy to leave a state
As Minnesota policymakers consider proposals to increase income taxes on the highest-income households as part of the FY 2014-15 budget,… Continue reading Research debunks idea that tax increases prompt the wealthy to leave a state
10 Ways in 10 Days Ten: Invest in all-day kindergarten
Invest in Minnesota’s 10 Ways in 10 Days campaign wraps up today with a story about the need to invest in… Continue reading 10 Ways in 10 Days Ten: Invest in all-day kindergarten
10 Ways in 10 Days Nine: Invest in services for homeless youth
Today is Way Nine of Invest in Minnesota’s 10 Ways in 10 Days campaign. It profiles Erich Lutz, who sees… Continue reading 10 Ways in 10 Days Nine: Invest in services for homeless youth