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With one week left in session, Minnesota lawmakers have reached a deal to spend the state’s historic surplus. 

The agreement calls for four billion dollars in tax cuts and four billion dollars in new spending – on education, health care and public safety. It also leaves four billion dollars in the bank, in case of emergency. 

Sunday’s deadline is fast approaching – it will be a time crunch to hammer out all the details. MPR News reporter Brian Bakst joined host Chris Farrell to talk more.

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With one week left in session, Minnesota lawmakers have reached a deal to spend the state’s historic surplus. MPR News reporter Brian Bakst joined host Chris Farrell to talk more about the agreement.

With one week left in session, Minnesota lawmakers have reached a deal to spend the state’s historic surplus. MPR News reporter Brian Bakst joined host Chris Farrell to talk more about the agreement.

Reporter Debrief: Minnesota lawmakers reach deal on taxes and spending

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