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Reporting on State Politics and Government

Budget work started early at the Minnesota Capitol.
Minnesota House and Senate committees continue a push to complete amid speculation about potential vetoes by Gov. Mark Dayton.
House tax plan not just about tax cuts
Some of the items you may not have heard about in the House tax bill.
Tax cut proposed at the state Capitol; a health care vote in Washington
Prior to signing a still-in-the-works reinsurance package, Dayton says he needs answers from insurance companies that stand to benefit.
Republicans in St. Paul oppose LRT and want a new fee on electric cars.
Lawmakers remain divided over private prison reopen
Minnesota lawmakers are again considering a contentious proposal to reopen the privately-owned prison in Appleton, Minn., under state management.
Proposal would draw from existing auto taxes and borrow to build roads. Light rail projects would fall to locals.