The state’s budget forecast highlights that improved state revenue figures are not necessarily tied to better well-being for everyday Minnesotans.
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October special session legislation includes first-time efforts for equity in bonding package
Minnesota policymakers passed a long-awaited infrastructure package when they convened on October 12 for their fifth special session of the… Continue reading October special session legislation includes first-time efforts for equity in bonding package
Economic update shows COVID-19’s impact, need for federal action
COVID-19 is still a major threat to the country’s health, economy, and public services we all count on. The state… Continue reading Economic update shows COVID-19’s impact, need for federal action
Budget reserve is one tool to put people first during tough times
Every year, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) gives Minnesotans an estimate of what the state needs in its “rainy day”… Continue reading Budget reserve is one tool to put people first during tough times
Anti-racist principles would ensure equitable COVID recovery
Coronavirus is disproportionately harming the economic well-being and health of BIPOC communities (Black, Indigenous, People of Color). A recent report… Continue reading Anti-racist principles would ensure equitable COVID recovery
Minnesota expecting continued revenue shortfalls; time for strong federal action
Last week brought us more sobering news about the ongoing damage that COVID-19 is expected to have on the economy,… Continue reading Minnesota expecting continued revenue shortfalls; time for strong federal action
New data confirm states need more federal Medicaid support
What does a global pandemic plus a severe economic recession equal? More people who need affordable health care. We’re seeing data… Continue reading New data confirm states need more federal Medicaid support
US Senate COVID-19 relief package falls dramatically short of what nation needs
Millions of people across the country are suffering and having a hard time just getting by. In the face of… Continue reading US Senate COVID-19 relief package falls dramatically short of what nation needs
July economic update shows state will need all the tools in the toolbox
The state’s quarterly economic report shows that projections for the national economy have gotten even worse. While state revenues have come in a bit ahead of what was predicted in May, the state is still on track for a more than $2 billion budget shortfall for the current budget cycle.
Bonnie Tyler wasn’t wrong: We need a HERO
The HEROES (Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions) Act proposal is a needed Congressional effort to address the ongoing… Continue reading Bonnie Tyler wasn’t wrong: We need a HERO