Bird Flu Being Addressed In Revised Proposed State Budget

ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Governor Tim Walz is looking to address the Avian Influenza issue among other concerns in his revised state budget.

The Governor's revised state budget includes about $250 million in ongoing reductions in fiscal year 28-29, along with a primarily one-time investment in critical work which includes funding to address bird flu and law enforcement training.

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Governor Walz says the budget is fiscally responsible, and prioritizes programs that will set Minnesotas up for success for generations to come. The revised budget also proposes a .075% sales tax cut, an anti-fraud package, and a .65% increase in the surcharge currently levied on health maintenance organizations.

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