The Taxpayers League of Minnesota

e-update 11/13/09

emilyn@taxpayersleague.org (Emily Nesse) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:05:47 +0000

1. 2010 bonding bill - to be or not to be?

2. Which Job does He Want?

3. Match Spending with Revenue - What an Idea

4. Northstar - Taxpayers get Railroaded

5. Ford Runs Over Prius

6. Time is Running Out!

2010 Bonding Bill - To Be or Not to Be?

philk@taxpayersleague.org (Phil Krinkie) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:54:56 +0000

As next year's legislative session approaches, discussions regarding the 2010 bonding bill are ratcheting up. Each even-numbered year, the Legislature shifts its focus from the budget to consideration of building projects around the state. These projects range from state trails and parks to buildings on college campuses and zoos, all of which are paid for by the issuance of state bonds.

Coalition of Groups Forms to Combat Cap-And-Trade Schemes

emilyn@taxpayersleague.org (Emily Nesse) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:17:38 +0000

At a press conference this week, a number of business and interest groups announced the formation of a new coalition to oppose cap-and-trade public policy. The No Cap-and-Trade Coalition says it will kick-off its campaign with a new advertisement and website.

Jobless Legislators to Meet on Job Creation

philk@taxpayersleague.org (Phil Krinkie) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:37:41 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Phil Krinkie

Ph: (651) 294-3590

Jobless Task Force Slated to Create Job Growth

ST. PAUL – Minnesota House Speaker Margaret Anderson-Kelliher has appointed 36 legislators to a Jobs Task Force, which according to a Minnesota House press release, “will focus on economic development, capital investments and tax policies that will create significant job growth for Minnesotans.” The Task Force is scheduled to meet for the first time on Friday, Sept. 24 at 9:00 a.m. After examining public information on the current employment of legislators appointed to the committee, only six legislators have experience creating jobs in the private sector. Nine others have current jobs in the private sector. Most (17) are full time legislators with little or no income outside the State Legislature. The remaining four are teachers in public or non-profit institutions.

No New Taxes?

philk@taxpayersleague.org (Phil Krinkie) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:54:49 +0000

Since the announcement last June by Governor Tim Pawlenty that he would not seek a third term as Minnesota’s chief executive, there has been a stampede of gubernatorial hopefuls parading around the State.

The number of candidates for the state’s highest elected office has swelled to more than 20. Several other potential candidates are still sizing-up the race from the side lines, like former GOP U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman, who has said he won’t announce his campaign intentions until next spring, and former GOP U.S. Rep. Jim Ramstad.

Are You Paying Enough in Taxes?

saral@taxpayersleague.org (Sara Linert) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:48:48 +0000

Is the answer "yes" or is the answer "no?" The liberals in St. Paul would like you to think that you're not paying enough which is why they tried to raise taxes by $1.5 billion last year. Test your knowledge of Minnesota's taxes, and find out what the answer really is.

When you're done, click the link below for the answers.

1. Where does Minnesota rank compared to others states for income tax rates (1st being the highest tax rate)?
a. 21st
b. 15th
c. 6th