Governor Tim Walz Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan And Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic Present At Signing Ceremony

Minnesota Governor Signs One Minnesota Budget into Law

Governor Tim Walz, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, and Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic Present at Signing Ceremony

Governor Walz Marks Historic Moment for Minnesota

SAINT PAUL, Minn. (March 21, 2023) - Governor Tim Walz, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, and Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic today signed the One Minnesota Budget into law, marking a historic moment for the state.

The budget, which was passed by the Minnesota Legislature on March 17, 2023, is the largest investment in education in Minnesota history, and also includes significant funding for healthcare, transportation, and environmental protection.

"This budget is a testament to the power of working together," said Governor Walz. "We have put partisanship aside and put the people of Minnesota first. This budget will make a real difference in the lives of Minnesotans, and I am proud to sign it into law."

Lieutenant Governor Flanagan said, "This budget is a historic investment in our state. It will make a real difference in the lives of Minnesotans, and I am proud to have been a part of it."

Senate Majority Leader Dziedzic said, "This budget is a reflection of our shared values as Minnesotans. It invests in our children, our families, and our communities. I am proud to have worked with Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan to get this budget passed, and I am excited to see the positive impact it will have on our state."

The One Minnesota Budget is a comprehensive plan that addresses the most pressing challenges facing Minnesota today. It includes funding for:

• Education: The budget includes the largest investment in education in Minnesota history, with funding for early childhood education, K-12 education, and higher education.
• Healthcare: The budget includes significant funding for healthcare, including mental health and addiction treatment, long-term care, and prescription drug affordability.
• Transportation: The budget includes funding for transportation, including roads, bridges, and public transit.
• Environmental protection: The budget includes funding for environmental protection, including clean water, clean air, and climate change mitigation.

The One Minnesota Budget is a bold and ambitious plan that will make a real difference in the lives of Minnesotans. It is a testament to the power of working together, and it is a sign of hope for the future of our state.