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Ramstad: With Legislature in chaos, at least lawmakers won’t raise taxes
That’s because of uncertainty on tax policy in Washington and a projected budget surplus in 2025.
AuthoredEvan Ramstad
AuthoredEvan RamstadJanuary 11, 2025
Greater Minnesota
Former congressman Tim Penny to retire from southern Minnesota nonprofit
Penny plans to transition away from the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation over the next few months as its board picks a new CEO.
January 7, 2025
Economy
Many Minnesotans overspent during the holidays. Now it’s time to clean up the debt.
Financial experts have several methods to help clients pay down credit cards and set realistic spending plans for the future.
January 6, 2025
Economy
Minnesota H-1B workers nearly double in decade as businesses rely on visas more than ever
Mayo Clinic received the most H-1B visas among employers in the state in fiscal 2024, followed by the University of Minnesota.
January 4, 2025
Economy
Iron Range union applauds Biden’s blocking of U.S. Steel acquisition: ‘We are going to be fine’
President Joe Biden, citing national security concerns, on Friday blocked Nippon’s acquisition of U.S. Steel, an important player in the Minnesota mining industry.
January 3, 2025
Business
Biden plans to block takeover of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon
The president’s announcement of the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year, is expected as soon as Friday.
January 3, 2025
Small Business
As new laws take effect in Minnesota, small businesses say costs will sting
Some say they might need to cut back on hiring, others say they might need to cut services as a new minimum wage, health insurance mandates, and unemployment and gas tax increases go into effect Wednesday.
January 1, 2025
Business
Ramstad: It’s not just Minnesota — the whole world is growing more slowly
As population growth slows, state will have to rely on productivity improvements and better development of natural and intellectual resources.AuthoredEvan Ramstad
AuthoredEvan RamstadDecember 31, 2024
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Record visitors came to Minnesota in 2023, but tourism industry far from recovered
Tourist spending amounted to a record $14.1 billion in 2023. The state’s tourism agency said spending has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, but it falls short when adjusted for inflation.
December 12, 2024
Politics
Why Minnesota is projected to face a future budget deficit, and what lawmakers might do about it
Minnesota had a record surplus two years ago. Now, it’s projecting a deficit on the horizon. How did the state get here?
December 7, 2024
Business
Bloomington’s SkyWater Technology nets $16M in federal funds to increase semiconductor production
The manufacturer plans $127 million in infrastructure and cybersecurity upgrades as the U.S. works to strengthen its position in the global industry.
December 6, 2024
Business
Ramstad: Budget, political constraints signal big fight ahead in Minnesota
Who’s got the power? It’s one thing to have it when there’s lots of money around and a much different thing when money is constrained.AuthoredEvan Ramstad
AuthoredEvan RamstadDecember 5, 2024