Budgets and Fiscal Policy

Our work in selected areas of government spending and budgets -- through the lenses of efficiency, transparency, and accountability.

March 30, 2017

How Do You Spell "Relief"?

Omnibus tax bills have come together, and a lot of big dogs are chasing what is likely to be a compact car of tax relief

February 14, 2017

Budgeting in a Sea of Federal Uncertainty

Federal tax and spending reform proposals present a challenging and volatile environment for state budget development.  But Minnesota lawmakers can be guaranteed of two things.

December 13, 2016

2017 Session Preview

A look at the economic and political landscape shaping the forthcoming budget session.