Minnesota’s Economic News — W/E 5/30/25
Regulation
Minnesota Reformer: Minnesota among the leaders as rideshare drivers seek more pay despite industry pushback
Minnesota Reformer: ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ mostly benefits Minnesota’s wealthiest
KTTC: Minnesota leaders shine light on budget progress as legislature prepares for special session
Star Tribune: Last-minute paid leave negotiations leave Minnesota families in limbo
Economic growth
Star Tribune: Ramstad: Minnesota’s big businesses are in crisis with a common problem
WCCO: What popular items at Twin Cities grocery stores cost compared to three months ago
WCCO: Trump’s trade war could have major impact on Minnesota’s summer tourism
Labor market
KRWC: State Unemployment Rate Up Slightly in April
KROC: Rochester Job Boom: Area Sees Fastest Growth in Minnesota
State and local taxes and spending
Minnesota Reformer: Some Minnesota lawmakers want to extend tax breaks for energy-sucking warehouses. Why?
Minn Post: MinnesotaCare expansion is a matter of fiscal responsibility
Minnesota Reformer: Republicans target a tax that keeps state Medicaid programs running
MPR News: Minnesota lawmakers unlikely to finish budget ahead of window for worker layoff notices
KSTP: Walz wants budget agreements now, but layoff notices will go out
KAAL TV: Cannabis owners talk tax rise on hemp products
Minnesota Reformer: Building trades hold out hope for data center tax breaks in Minnesota budget — and other labor news
Agriculture
Star Tribune: Uncertainty persists for Minnesota farmers, businesses as courts toggle tariffs