Give it Back

The Surplus: Minnesota has some of the highest tax rates in the United States

January 6, 2022 by John Phelan

On Dec. 7, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2022-23 which foresaw a $7.746 billion projected surplus. This immediately sparked a debate about what should be…

January 6, 2022 by John Phelan

Spending & Taxes

The Surplus: Minnesota’s government is already spending more than most other states

January 5, 2022 by John Phelan

Spending & Taxes

The Surplus: Minnesota’s government spending is already historically high

January 4, 2022 by John Phelan

On Dec. 7, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2022-23, which foresaw a $7.746 billion projected surplus. This immediately sparked a debate about what…

January 4, 2022 by John Phelan

Spending & Taxes

Minnesota’s government is forecast to take more money than it thought it needed: it should give it back

December 7, 2021 by John Phelan

Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its new budget forecast today, projecting a $7.746 billion projected surplus for Fiscal Year 2022-23. This is the largest surplus in state history. It…

December 7, 2021 by John Phelan