On Tuesday, Gov. Walz announced his proposed two-year budget. The budget includes $52.4 billion in spending and calls for $1.64 billion in new taxes on Minnesotans

Senator Rich Draheim (R-Madison Lake) released the following statement in response to the Governor’s budget announcement:   

“Over the past several years, Senate Republicans have prioritized investing in Minnesotans. We cut taxes on the middle class and focused on reforms that gave economic power and freedom back to you, knowing that your hard work is what truly drives Minnesota,” said Sen. Draheim.

“This past year, Minnesota has been through a lot. From COVID to prolonged economic lockdowns, Minnesota has demanded a lot of its hardworking residents. Rather than provide relief, Governor Walz’s proposed budget asks families to give more to allow the government to grow. Instead of another decade of uncontrolled growth, state government must take a hard look in the mirror and make choices that eliminate wasteful spending while empowering Minnesotans to succeed.”