Monthly Archives: November 2009

Pawlenty proposes legacy which undermines public debate on the budget

November 5, 2009

This morning, Governor Pawlenty announced a proposed constitutional amendment to limit state spending to the amount of revenues that were brought in the door during the previous two-year budget cycle. This proposal would limit the flexibility of policymakers to respond … Continue reading →

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Scott Russell joins Minnesota Budget Project staff

November 3, 2009

We are very pleased to welcome Scott Russell, who joins us today as our new policy analyst. Scott has extensive and award-winning experience in writing about complex financial issues as a journalist, covering issues such as education funding, public pensions and … Continue reading →

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State Policy Fellowship Program seeks applicants

November 3, 2009

I’m very excited to announce that the State Policy Fellowship Program, sponsored by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities in coordination with the State Fiscal Analysis Initiative (SFAI), is currently seeking highly-qualified candidates to serve two years as entry-level … Continue reading →

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Pelosi unveils modified House health care reform bill

November 2, 2009

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has unveiled the long-awaited House health care reform bill that will go to the floor for debate beginning late this week. The so-called “merged bill” was negotiated by the House Democratic leadership with the leaders of … Continue reading →

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