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We provide nonpartisan analysis and advocacy so that more Minnesotans can participate in setting our state's tax and budget priorities. We believe public investments and fair taxes help Minnesota maintain a high quality of life and build a strong economic future.
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Constitutional budget amendments kept on the sidelines
05|17|2012
Tax debate ends with one bill signed, one pocket veto
05|14|2012
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05|09|2012
Latest News
- Feb 29Budget Surplus Creates Breathing Room
- Feb 21Supermajority Amendment Could Harm Minnesota's Financial Standing
- Feb 08Supermajority States See Higher Property Tax Increases
Keep up with the latest on proposed constitutional budget amendments
The Minnesota Budget Project is your one-stop shop for information about proposed amendments to Minnesota's Constitution that would limit lawmakers' ability to make responsible budget decisions.
We've created a special page containing the status of the proposals, explanations of each amendment and its impact on Minnesota, and links to other resources, which we'll update as events unfold.
Look for our analysis, new pieces that put the issue into perspective and experience of other states that took similar actions in our Tax and Spending Limits research page.
The outcome of the debate ahead on these issues is critical for the state of Minnesota. Here are two steps you can take today:
- Sign on as an organization or an individual to a statement opposing these constitutional amendments.
- Sign up to get email updates on these constitutional amendments.
Latest Research & Analysis
Poverty Rises, Median Income Falls and More Minnesotans Go Without Health Insurance in 2010
An analysis of poverty, income and health insurance rates finds Minnesota needs to make public investments that build an economy that works for all.
'98 Percent' Constitutional Amendment Creates Barriers to Common-Sense Budgeting
A proposed constitutional amendment would interfere with policymakers' ability to craft state budgets that respond to the state's needs.
2012 House Tax Bill Would Severely Cut Renters' Property Tax Refunds
The House omnibus tax bill would restructure the Renters' Credit and cut a drastic $67 million in FY 2013.
Governor Dayton's FY 2012-13 Supplemental Budget Focuses on Small Adjustments
Governor Dayton is proposing relatively minor adjustments to the state's current FY 2012-13 budget.
Health Insurance Exchange Will Improve Access and Affordability for Many Minnesotans
Under federal health care reform, states can create health insurance exchanges, which will help residents and businesses find and purchase health insurance.
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News coverage of constitutional budget amendments
Newspapers throughout Minnesota are writing editorials, columns and stories about the dangers of proposed constitutional budget amendments. Here's a sample of recent coverage.
Visit our News Coverage of Constitutional Budget Amendments page for a more complete listing.
Supermajority requirements do not lower taxes or spending, Granite Falls Advocate Tribune, March 30, 2012
Supermajority requirements do not lower taxes or spending, Montevideo American-News, March 22, 2012
Supermajority rule won't end tax increases, St. Cloud Times, March 17, 2012
Supermajority rules don't lower taxes or spending, Winona Daily News, March 16, 2012
Supermajority rule ends up costing more, Albert Lea Tribune, March 16, 2012
Is Minnesota's ballot the right place to make state law? St. Paul Pioneer Press, February 26, 2012
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