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Monthly Archives: April 2011
Proposed constitutional amendments would create gridlock and hurt economic growth
Sometimes I listen to the news and think, “I’m sure glad we aren’t California.” Sure, we face big budget deficits, but not astronomical budget deficits. Plus, we don’t have a bunch of constitutional amendments that tie the hands of policymakers trying … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Process, Constitutional Amendments, Taxes
Tagged constitutional amendment, TABOR
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes our lakes, rivers and streams
Today, Way Five of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize our lakes, rivers and streams – and threaten further pollution to our great outdoors. Proposed Cut: The Minnesota House has … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals, Environment
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes access to affordable, high quality child care
Today, Way Four of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize access to affordable, high quality child care. Proposed Cut: The Legislature has proposed over $50 million in cuts … Continue reading
Cuts-only approach jeopardizes the financial security of working families
Today, Way Three of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the financial security of working families struggling to pay rent and make ends meet. Proposed Cut: The … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals
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Join the discussion about what path the state should take
What’s the best way for the state to respond to these tough economic times and build a strong future? That’s been the central question that we’ve been addressing this year through our analysis and advocacy. Once place that discussion is happening … Continue reading
Posted in Action Opportunity
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes the independence of people with disabilities
Today, Way Two of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the independence of people with disabilities. Proposed Cut: The Minnesota House and Senate propose various spending freezes and enrollment … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals
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Cuts-only approach to budget jeopardizes the safety of families working to escape domestic violence
A cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the safety of families working to escape domestic violence. Proposed Cut: The Minnesota House proposes a 17.5 percent cut to Office of Justice Programs that would result in drastic cuts to domestic … Continue reading
State revenue inches up, but economic growth estimates cautious amid global uncertainty
State revenues inched up in February and March, increasing $32 million or 1.4 percent above projections, according to the state’s April 2011 Economic Update. Income tax collections created most of the gain, increasing 3 percent more than February 2011 Forecast estimates. Minnesota Management and … Continue reading
Let’s take stock as policymakers pause
Starting at 3 p.m. on Monday, the legislature is walking away from St. Paul for several days to allow members to observe Passover and celebrate Easter. It gives legislators a great chance to get back to their districts and talk … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Process, Budget Proposals
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Deep cuts for education, housing, labor and health and human services in federal budget deal
A last-minute budget deal to avert a federal government shutdown on April 8 includes approximately $38 billion in spending cuts for the current fiscal year 2011 that ends on September 30. According to an analysis by the Washington Post, more than half … Continue reading
Posted in Federal Budget
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