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Senator Benson responds to February budget forecast

ST. PAUL, MN) – On Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual February budget forecast, showing an estimated budget surplus of $1.513 billion.  The numbers have gone up since the November forecast, which showed…

Senator Westrom comments on February budget forecast

(ST. PAUL, MN) – Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual February budget forecast, showing an estimated budget surplus of $1.513 billion.  The numbers have gone up since the November forecast, which showed…

Senator Mathews: Budget surplus too high not to return to voters

The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) on Thursday released their annual February economic forecast. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.513 billion for the 2020-21 budget cycle, an increase…

Senator Rarick responds to February Budget Forecast

PAUL, MN) – Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual February budget forecast, showing an estimated budget surplus of $1.513 billion.  The numbers have gone up since the November forecast, which showed an estimated budget surplus of $1.332…

Senator Ruud recognized for support of county fairs

(St. Paul, MN) –  The Minnesota Federation of County Fairs recently honored Senator Carrie Ruud (R-Breezy Point) with the 2020 ‘Friend of the County Fair’ award. “We appreciate the support Senator Ruud has provided all…

Senator Koran responds to February budget forecast

(ST. PAUL, MN) – The office of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released their annual February economic forecast on Thursday. The report, which details the state’s budget picture, projected a surplus of $1.513 billion for the 2020-21…

Senator Abeler encourages responsible use of the budget surplus

Yesterday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) estimated a $1.513 billion surplus for FY 2020-21 at their annual February budget and economic forecast. This reflects a $181 million increase since the November forecast. The state budget…

Budget surplus increases: more tax relief for Minnesotans

Today, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) estimated a $1.513 billion surplus for FY 2020-21 at their annual February budget and economic forecast. This reflects a $181 million increase since the November forecast. “The state budget…
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Senator Limmer Says “Give Surplus Back” in Tax Relief

In response to a $1.5 billion surplus, Senator Warren Limmer (R-Maple Grove) said, “We have fully funded state government, the rainy-day accounts are full, and Minnesota’s economic outlook is stable. We have a few urgent…
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Senator Anderson: Budget forecast strengthens plan for tax cuts

Today, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) estimated a $1.513 billion surplus for FY 2020-21 at their annual February budget and economic forecast. This reflects a $181 million increase since the November forecast. The state budget…

Senator Ruud: Budget forecast strengthens plan for tax cuts

Today, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) estimated a $1.513 billion surplus for FY 2020-21 at their annual February budget and economic forecast. This reflects a $181 million increase since the November forecast. The state budget…

Senator Johnson: Forecast Reinforces Need for Additional Tax Relief

The Office of Management and Budget (MMB) released its February revenue forecast earlier today, providing an updated outlook for Minnesota’s financial future. According to the report, the state has a $1.513 billion surplus for the remainder of…
Senator Scott Newman

Voter ID legislation clears first Senate committee

On Thursday, legislation to require a photo ID for voting passed the Minnesota Senate State Government Finance and Policy and Elections Committee. The bill, Senate File 3571, would require a photo ID for both in-person and…

Senator Eichorn: Forecast Emphasizes Positive Impact of Tax Relief

The Office of Management and Budget (MMB) released its February revenue forecast earlier today, providing an updated outlook for Minnesota’s financial future. According to the report, the state has a $1.513 billion surplus for the remainder of…
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Senator Lang responds to announced $1.5 billion budget surplus

On Thursday, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its annual February budget forecast, which shows an estimated budget surplus of $1.513 billion for the 2020-2021 biennium. The forecast, which is updated twice each year to reflect…