House Budget Targets: Cuts, Priorities, Progressive Revenue, a Good Start
March 19th, 2009 at 3:51 pm By Chris ShieldsWhen times are tough, you keep all options on the table. You reduce spending, make priorities, bring more money in, and plan for the future. That’s exactly what leaders in the Minnesota House did today as they announced their budget targets.
The House budget targets preserve funding for early childhood education, K-12 schools, and colleges. Their plan prioritizes health care, minimizes cuts to communities, and acknowledges the need for new, progressive revenue.
UPDATE: Here are details from House Leadership:
A $6.4 billion budget deficit requires tough choices. The House plan focuses on what really matters and makes the balanced choice of mixing both cuts and revenue increases. This is a great start and roadmap to move Minnesota forward.
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