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Capitol View®

Reporting on State Politics and Government

The Daily Digest: Talking turkey

Your daily dose of Minnesota politics and policy.
by Brett Neely

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State Senate confirms Duininck, Rothman

The Minnesota Senate voted Tuesday to confirm DFL Gov. Mark Dayton’s picks for Metropolitan Council chair and state commerce commissioner, over the objections of many Republicans.
by Tim Pugmire

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Dayton: Real ID may have to wait until next year

Some Minnesotans may have trouble boarding airplanes in 2016 if the state doesn't adopt new federal standards for driver's licenses.
by Catharine Richert

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Lawmakers support turkey industry with cookout

Lawmakers support turkey industry with cookout

Republican state lawmakers sponsored a cookout at the Capitol to show support for Minnesota's turkey industry, which has been hit by an outbreak of avian influenza.
by Tim Pugmire

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The Daily Digest: Tax deal in the works?

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by Brett Neely

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Senate passes tax cuts, sets stage for talks with House

The Minnesota Senate passed a bill Monday that cuts taxes for businesses that hire veterans, reduces business property taxes, and directs more state aid to cities and counties.
by Tom Scheck

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Dayton talks taxes, turkey loans

With two weeks remaining in the 2015 session, DFL Gov. Mark Dayton is signaling a willingness to compromise with House Republicans on a tax bill.
by Tim Pugmire

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Dayton won’t accept GOP changes to campaign subsidy

DFL Gov. Mark Dayton is threatening to veto a budget bill if it includes a repeal the state’s political contribution and public subsidy program.
by Tim Pugmire

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Cities defend water quality measures in finance bill

The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities wants legislative leaders to keep language that puts additional scrutiny on water quality rules.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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