May 16, 2012 Issue 19

Tax Bills: Governor Vetoes One and Signs the Other

The veto of Chapter 296 leaves many cities without requested local sales tax and tax increment financing language, but eliminates new financial reporting mandate. Read more.

In Other News

Governor Signs Omnibus Pension Bill

Despite some controversy, the bill had strong bipartisan support in the House and Senate. Read more.
Proposed Sign Retroreflectivity Rules Become Final

The new rules offer cities more flexibility in deciding when to replace signs. Read more.
Governor Signs Omnibus Transportation Policy Bill

Chapter 287 contains dozens of noncontroversial transportation policy provisions from 2011 and 2012. Read more.
State Revenues Remain on Track

Despite global economic uncertainties, Minnesota revenue collections continue to meet and slightly exceed forecast levels. Read more.
Legislators Announce Retirements

When the next Legislature convenes on Jan. 8, there will be lots of new faces. Read more.
Sign Up for 2012 Policy Committees Now

Learn, network, and help develop the League’s legislative platform by joining your colleagues in serving on 2012 LMC Policy Committees. Read more.
First-Ever LMC Annual Conference Online Event: Registration Now Open!

Online attendees will participate in a full day of sessions via the Internet and have access to recorded sessions on-demand following the event. Read more.