Tim Walz, Minnesota

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposes lower sales tax rate, spending cuts in his budget
Gov. Tim Walz is pitching his first budget under the 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 .
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 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,
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 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.
Walz, Flanagan to unveil 2025 budget proposal
ST PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota DFL Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are set to unveil their administration's budget plan for 2025 during a news conference on Thursday.
Governor Walz, Lt. Governor Flanagan to introduce 2025 Budget
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KTTC) – Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan are expected to present the state’s budget for 2025. The budget announcement is set for noon Thursday. The last budget focused on supporting children and families, investing in Minnesota’s economy, tax cuts and protecting Minnesotan’s health and safety.
Governor Walz lays out 2025 biennial budget which calls for first sales tax cut in state history
Governor Tim Walz rolled out his 2025 biennial budget on Thursday and it includes the first sales tax cut in state history. Walz also is proposing adding sales tax to other previously untaxed services,
Gov. Walz budget proposal calls for sales tax cut and other spending reductions
Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan presented their 2025 biennial budget Thursday, calling for a reduction in spending and the first sales tax cut in state history. The budget proposal also calls for closing tax loopholes for services offered by wealth managers and lawyers.
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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.
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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 ...
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.
Walz set to unveil budget Thursday amid Capitol power struggle
By Dana Ferguson, Minnesota Public Radio News Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz rolls out his two-year budget proposal Thursday, a plan likely to contain spending pullbacks and other measures to control ...
Walz tags $5.5M for additional food shelf assistance in Minnesota
Tim Walz announced $5.5 million in new funding for Minnesota food shelves on Wednesday following the end of a historic year ...
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Silent As State House Dems Refuse To Let GOP Take Control
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who ran his vice presidential campaign on defending democracy during the 2024 election, ...