Panel to recommend fixes for Minn.'s budget woes
A new subcommittee will study Minnesota's budget problems and make recommendations when the Legislature convenes in February.
Top legislative Democrats say they are naming the panel to address a multibillion-dollar deficit anticipated for the state budget cycle that begins in 2011.
Legislative sessions in even-numbered years like 2010 usually do not focus on budgeting.
But lawmakers may be faced with budget decisions if a short-term deficit develops.
Create a More Connected Minnesota
MPR News is your trusted resource for the news you need. With your support, MPR News brings accessible, courageous journalism and authentic conversation to everyone - free of paywalls and barriers. Your gift makes a difference.
Senate Majority Leader Larry Pogemiller says he will push for more spending cuts and possible new state revenue.
That's how lawmakers sometimes describe taxes. Also on the table: Consolidating state agencies and reorganizing county governments.
The standoff over taxes between Democrats and Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty hasn't changed.
(Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)