April 1, 2013

Minnesota Legislature’s session half over, but not its work

By Logan Lafferty

Here's a snapshot of what has been done so far this session and what remains: What happened: The Mayo Clinic announced plans to spend $3.5 billion over 20 years to solidify the health system's hometown of Rochester as a global destination for medical care…The clinic wants the state to support the growth by earmarking more than $500 million in tax revenue for infrastructure projects. The money would not go directly to the clinic. What's next: While DFLers and Republicans have supported a bill to make the tax money available, some lawmakers have criticized the plan for setting a precedent that other large employers might try to follow. Sponsors are trying to develop an alternative funding mechanism.

 

Pioneer Press by Megan Boldt, Doug Belden and Christopher Snowbeck

Tags: destination medical center, DMC, Finanical, funding, Government Relations, infrastructure, Minnesota Legislature, Pioneer Press, tax revenue

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