July economic update shows little change in Minnesota revenues, national economic projections

Minnesota ended the fiscal year with revenues a bit above prior projections. The national economic picture remains consistent with previous forecasts, according to the July Revenue and Economic Update from Minnesota Management and Budget. Here are our top takeaways.

Latest economic report shows Minnesota revenues coming in above forecast

Minnesota’s revenues are up, and the near-term national economic outlook is slightly improved compared to the February forecast, according to… Continue reading Latest economic report shows Minnesota revenues coming in above forecast

Governor Walz’s supplemental budget proposal lays out his priorities

Last week, Governor Tim Walz released his governor’s supplemental budget proposal. The administration described the priorities for his budget as… Continue reading Governor Walz’s supplemental budget proposal lays out his priorities

Minnesota February Budget Forecast shows improvement

Minnesota’s state budget picture improved in the February Budget and Economic Forecast released last week by Minnesota Management and Budget. That… Continue reading Minnesota February Budget Forecast shows improvement

Minnesota’s November Budget Forecast is a mixed bag

Earlier this month, Minnesota Management and Budget released the state’s November Budget and Economic Forecast. This forecast is one of… Continue reading Minnesota’s November Budget Forecast is a mixed bag

Recent information points to stronger state budget picture

As Minnesota policy-watchers get ready for the next legislative session, recent budget reports suggest that Minnesota will likely project a… Continue reading Recent information points to stronger state budget picture

What passed, what’s unfinished business after end of 2022 Legislative Session

On Monday, the 2022 Legislative Session officially ended, but what did policymakers actually pass into law? With a historic projected… Continue reading What passed, what’s unfinished business after end of 2022 Legislative Session

Walz’s updated budget proposal responds to larger state budget surplus

Policymakers have a historic opportunity this year to tackle the ongoing health and economic effects of the pandemic, and make… Continue reading Walz’s updated budget proposal responds to larger state budget surplus