Statement of Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka:

“Governor Dayton’s plan is too complicated. It raises taxes. It doesn’t take responsibility for the failed DMV system, but increases fees to pay for it. It doesn’t take responsibility for elder abuse, but increases fees on nursing homes. It’s the wrong direction for Minnesota.”

Statement of Senate Taxes Committee Chair Roger Chamberlain

“Governor Dayton is misleading people, saying his budget will lower taxes. The truth is, he’s proposing a significant tax increase for many families, completely wiping out any savings they may have been entitled to after federal tax reform.”