State budgets that reflect community needs
We look at budgets as a set of priorities that should reflect our values as a community. State budget decisions effect whether Minnesota children get a quality education, whether young people have what they need to succeed, whether Minnesotans can find and keep good jobs that allow them to support themselves and their families, and whether our elders and neighbors living with disabilities are able to live with dignity in their own communities.
Our state budget analysis looks at budget proposals at play in the policy debate with a focus on public services that impact Minnesotans’ ability to be safe, healthy, and financially secure; what current economic conditions mean for Minnesotans and the state budget; and the importance of following sound budget practices. You’ll also find tools to better understand and engage in the budget-setting process.
Publications
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State’s February Budget Forecast shows challenges facing Minnesota, which will worsen if Congress makes big funding cuts
April 2, 2025 • Carly Eckstrom
Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Budget Outlook
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.
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Our first look at Governor Walz’s FY 2026-27 budget proposal
February 19, 2025 • Minnesota Budget Project
Child Care, Health Care, Minnesota Budget
Governor Tim Walz’s budget proposal released on January 16, 2025, describes his administration’s spending and tax priorities for the years… Continue reading Our first look at Governor Walz’s FY 2026-27 budget proposal
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State’s November budget forecast highlights challenges ahead
December 20, 2024 • Carly Eckstrom
Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Budget Outlook
Policymakers, advocates, and the public recently got a first look at what opportunities and challenges Minnesota may be facing when… Continue reading State’s November budget forecast highlights challenges ahead
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State’s October economic update shows higher revenue collections, stronger near-term economic growth
October 21, 2024 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Budget Outlook
The latest state economic update contains several pieces of good news. Recent state revenues are stronger than anticipated and Minnesota… Continue reading State’s October economic update shows higher revenue collections, stronger near-term economic growth
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July economic update shows little change in Minnesota revenues, national economic projections
July 18, 2024 • Haleigh Sinclair
Minnesota Budget, Minnesota Budget Outlook
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.