Economic growth
Star Tribune: Minnesota small-business owners eye tax cut tangled in sprawling federal bill
Star Tribune: Market volatility leaves some Minnesotans uneasy about 401(k) retirement investments
Star Tribune: Minnesota pensions embraced investing in private equity, a big risk that’s paid off
Star Tribune: Economic disparities persist for Black Minnesotans despite 2020 promises
State and local taxes and spending
Inforum: Walz, Minnesota lawmakers strike budget deal; special session still likely
Axios: Minnesota leaders strike budget deal just days ahead of deadline
WCCO: Cannabis products in Minnesota would see a tax hike from 10% to 15% under budget agreement
KROC: MN April Tax Revenues Top Forecast by $391M – Led by Income Tax
Pioneer Press: Big pieces of MN budget unfinished; Legislature to return for special session
Pioneer Press: Legislature begins work on budget deal ahead of special session
Bring Me the News: Minnesota lawmakers fail to finish budget before deadline, special session awaits
Star Tribune: Minnesota could raise tax on cannabis products before marijuana market launches
KSTP: Latest budget deadline passes with no agreements, lawmakers continue meeting in secret
Pioneer Press: MN Legislature: Budget negotiations go behind closed doors
Minn Post: The Minnesota Legislature never really adjourned. It just went behind closed doors
Star Tribune: What no federal tax on tips would mean for Minnesota service workers
Trade
Duluth News Tribune: Senator’s View: Trump’s tariffs are triggering turmoil in rural Minnesota
Labor market
Axios: Who’s hiring in Minnesota
Axios: Graduates navigate volatile job market
KAAL TV: Summer jobs outlook; economic uncertainty may see less opportunity
Agriculture
Brownfield Ag News: Minneapolis Fed survey reflects continued weakness in ag economy
Economic development
Business Facilities: Why Minnesota Is a Top Location for Site Selection and Economic Development
Star Tribune: After 10 years and millions in state dollars, has Rochester’s Destination Medical Center plan lived up to the promise?
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