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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposes lower sales tax rate, spending cuts in his budget
Gov. Tim Walz is pitching his first budget under the new Trump era as a counterweight to the incoming president’s threats to impose tariffs, which he says will raise costs on everyday Minnesotans. His plan would lower Minnesota’s sales tax rate for the first time in state history by 0.
Gov. Tim Walz recommends changes to Minnesota sales tax, cuts for disability services in upcoming budget
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called for spending cuts Thursday in a $65.9 billion two-year budget proposal that includes a modest reduction in the overall state sales tax but new taxes on services like legal and financial advice.
Budget: Walz pitches Minnesota's first sales tax cut, reduction in disability waiver spending
In regards to the statewide sales tax, Walz is proposing a .75% reduction to the tax rate alongside provisions to expand the sales tax base to close so-called "loopholes" for service providers, such as bankers and attorneys.
Walz’s sales tax cut and expansion push back, governor preparing for Trump tariffs
He wants to cut the statewide sales tax by 0.075% — which is $0.075 on a $100 purchase — moving it to 8.6% from 8.675%.
Gov. Tim Walz unveils ‘balanced budget’ proposal ahead of looming deficit
Walz focused on tackling fraud, cutting state spending and long-term fiscal stability in Minnesota’s 2026-27 budget.
Walz proposes slowing spending on disability services to address looming deficit
The state of Minnesota is spending more money than it’s bringing in, and if current trends continue, the state will spend down the current balance as soon as 2027. DFL Gov. Tim Walz wants to address the issue mostly by slowing state spending on disability services,
Reducing statewide sales tax, expanding tax base included in Walz’s proposed budget plan
Also included in the proposal would be an increase to the surcharge for health maintenance organizations, cuts of state funding to private schools, and reduce Special Education transportation reimbursement costs.
Walz proposes first sales tax cut in state history to balance budget
Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan presented their 2025 biennial budget, which included the first sales tax in the state's history.
Gov. Walz pitches sales tax changes and trimming spending in budget proposal
Gov. Tim Walz's budget proposal would make changes to sales tax collections and trim state spending in an effort to stave off a steep shortfall in future years.
Walz, Flanagan roll out budget proposal
Peggy Flanagan rolled out their administration's budget plan, which included the first-ever sales tax cut. Gov. Walz is proposing cutting the statewide sales tax by .075%. He said if the budget proposal is passed,
Walz urges lawmakers to end a power struggle upending the Minnesota Legislature
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz urged lawmakers Thursday to end a power struggle that has disrupted the first week of ...
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Gov. Walz presents 2025 budget plan
Minnesota forecasted a short-term surplus of $616 million through 2026-2027, $1.1 billion less than previously estimated.
After Loss, Tim Walz Faces Party’s Sinking Fortunes in Minnesota
Governor Walz’s party has lost control of the Minnesota Legislature and faces mounting criticism as a budget deficit looms.
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Walz unveils slimmer Minnesota budget, pitches sales tax cut
Gov. Tim Walz is expected to propose a lower level of spending for the next two-year budget that starts on July 1 as pressure ...
Tim Walz's Daughter Calls Wanting to Be President a 'Red Flag'
Hope Walz said "something's wrong with" those who aspire to be president of the United States just for the sake of holding ...