Minnesota’s Economic News — W/E 2/21/25

State and local taxes and spending

KROC: Minnesota Started 2025 With Lower Than Forecast Tax Collections 

Minnesota Reformer: Minnesota county officials criticize Walz’s human services budget, warn of high property taxes

Voice of Alexandria: Minnesota county leaders warn of property tax hikes due to governor’s budget

Fergus Now: County Commissioners Warn of Property Tax Hikes Due to Governor’s Budget

Regulation

Minnesota Reformer: Labor and business leaders push for faster environmental permitting — and other labor news

Trade

Morning Ag Clips: ‘We Don’t Want to Lose This Market’

Economic development

Minnesota Reformer: The energy transition away from fossil fuels has many benefits, including for Greater Minnesota

Labor market

Star Tribune: Employers say they need part-time workers. Job-seekers say they’re striking out