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A roadblock at the Capitol

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The Minnesota State Capitol.
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Democrats who control the Legislature and Gov. Tim Pawlenty appear headed for a showdown on transportation funding.

Over the weekend, the House passed a plan similar to one already approved in the Senate that includes a higher gas tax and higher vehicle registration fees.

The governor says he'd veto either measure. MPR's Cathy Wurzer talked with Minnesota Public Radio Capitol reporter Tom Scheck for a look at the week ahead in the Legislature.

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The Minnesota State Capitol.
MPR Photo/Elizabeth Stawicki