State’s February Budget Forecast shows challenges facing Minnesota, which will worsen if Congress makes big funding cuts

Minnesota continues to expect budget surpluses in the short term but a significant shortfall in the future, and the state budget situation has become more challenging, according to the state’s February 2025 Budget and Economic Forecast released on March 6.

Governor and Legislature lay out their visions for the FY 2022-23 budget

What do Minnesotans need to get through the continuing disruption from a pandemic and economic recession, and how do we… Continue reading Governor and Legislature lay out their visions for the FY 2022-23 budget

Global budget deal reached Sunday; more work needed to pass final budget

On Sunday evening after weeks of negotiations, legislative leaders and Governor Tim Walz announced a global budget deal. This deal… Continue reading Global budget deal reached Sunday; more work needed to pass final budget