The recently adjourned Minnesota Legislative Session had something for everyone – in some cases, much to like and for others, much to dislike.

The total budget and spending levels were unprecedented, with the DFL-controlled government following through on many promises, from legalizing cannabis, to increasing education funding and passing a $1.3 billion housing bill. All told, the state’s two-year budget totals $72 billion, a 38% increase over the previous biennium.

COLUMN: Session resulted in transformational changes
  

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