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Monthly Archives: May 2011
Tax conference committee considers dramatic cuts to renter property tax refunds
In the late hours of tax conference committee last night, a complex new proposal emerged that would dramatically change property tax refunds for Minnesota’s low- and moderate-income renters, commonly called the Renters’ Credit. The proposal cuts the Renters’ Credit by … Continue reading
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The alternative to cuts-only is revenues
Since April 25, you’ve heard from us regularly through the 20 Ways in 20 Days campaign about the harm that would be caused by an all-cuts approach. The alternative, of course, is a balanced approach, including raising revenues based on … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Process, Taxes
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes affordability and access to higher education
Today, Way Fifteen of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize affordability and access to higher education. Proposed Cut: The House and Senate have proposed a 14 … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals, Higher Education
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Responsible federal budget choices must recognize the true contributors to deficits
Many in Congress are pursuing a radical deficit reduction strategy that would lead to massive cuts in education, affordable housing, environmental protection, law enforcement, services for people with disabilities, and other vital services. Such cuts would have a severe impact on … Continue reading
Posted in Action Opportunity, Federal Budget
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes the well-being of families in crisis
Today, Way Fourteen of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the well-being of families in crisis. Proposed Cut: The legislature has proposed cuts to the State Mental … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals, Health Care
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes job skills training
Today, Way Thirteen of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize job skills training that builds economic self-sufficiency for families struggling to make ends meet. Proposed Cut: The … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals, Economy
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes the mobility of transit riders
Today, Way Twelve of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the mobility of transit riders. Proposed Cut: The House has proposed the elimination of the entire general fund … Continue reading
Cuts-only approach jeopardizes the futures of at-risk youth
Today, Way Eleven of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the futures of at-risk youth. Proposed Cut: The legislature proposed a 17.5 percent cut to the state … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals
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Cuts-only approach jeopardizes opportunities for families to secure stable housing
Today, Way Ten of the 20 Ways in 20 Days Campaign looks at how a cuts-only approach to meeting Minnesota’s needs will jeopardize the opportunity for families to secure stable housing. Proposed Cut: Under current budget proposals, funding for the Housing Trust … Continue reading
Posted in Budget Proposals, Poverty
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New analysis highlights dangers of proposed constitutional amendments
The legislature has been busy introducing constitutional amendments that would place significant constraints on the state budgeting process. Many financial experts point out that placing these strict limits in the state constitution would have serious long-term economic consequences. By restricting the use of … Continue reading
