We’re getting “back to normal”, but that isn’t enough The state of Minnesota’s revenue and economic picture continues to improve,… Continue reading State’s July economic update shows strong revenue numbers
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Improved UI benefits needed for a safe, equitable recovery
Unemployment insurance (UI) benefits have been a financial lifeline for many workers and their families who lost jobs during the… Continue reading Improved UI benefits needed for a safe, equitable recovery
Racial opportunity gaps persist despite prosperity for some
A national study finds that Minnesota is one of the worst states for racial disparities in economic security and opportunities… Continue reading Racial opportunity gaps persist despite prosperity for some
What does improved April economic update mean for budget negotiations?
The state’s economic picture has improved compared to the February forecast, according to the recent April Revenue and Economic Update.… Continue reading What does improved April economic update mean for budget negotiations?
Budget forecast shows welcome news but Minnesota needs resources for an equitable future
The state’s new budget projections give the latest on the continuing impact of the pandemic, and a preliminary sense of the… Continue reading Budget forecast shows welcome news but Minnesota needs resources for an equitable future
Walz’s proposed budget includes strong and fair revenues
Governor Tim Walz released what he called his “COVID-19 Recovery Budget” in the context of health, economic, and state revenue crises.
January economic update shows some improvement
The state’s economic picture has improved compared to the November forecast, but COVID-19 and the economic fallout are still hurting many Minnesotans’ health and economic stability, according to the state of Minnesota’s recent January Revenue and Economic Update.
Economic recovery would be strengthened by immigrant-inclusive COVID response
With the onset of winter, it’s clear that the coronavirus and accompanying economic disruption will continue to be with us… Continue reading Economic recovery would be strengthened by immigrant-inclusive COVID response
A deep dive into budget forecast: what it does and doesn’t tell us
Minnesota isn’t sustainably bringing in enough revenues to fund its current commitments, which is showing up in a projected $1.3… Continue reading A deep dive into budget forecast: what it does and doesn’t tell us
Legislature passes supports for Minnesota workers and businesses
Minnesota legislators voted to provide much-needed economic supports to workers and businesses in a one-day session earlier this week. As… Continue reading Legislature passes supports for Minnesota workers and businesses