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Capitol View®
Tom Scheck

The Daily Digest: 5-11-09

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Gov. Pawlenty vetoed a $1 billion tax bill over the weekend. He took the action just hours after the Legislature passed the measure.

So here's where things stand. DFLers in control of the Legislature could try to override the veto. Republicans say it won't happen. Democrats will also point out that they need to more money to fund core programs. Gov. Pawlenty is saying no new revenue (at least publicly) unless it's his borrowing plan.

One week to go....

Now what?

The House and Senate reached agreement on a HHS budget bill that cuts $500 million. It makes cuts to providers, hospitals and mental health services but does not cut eligibility. You can read the bill here:

Health care is in the budget crosshairs. St. Cloud's hospital is eyeing budget reductions.

The Minnesota Senate backs early voting. The House bill will include early voting and other provisions when it hits the floor for a vote.

An audit is due soon on Capitol security.

The House and Senate pass bills that fund projects from the outdoors and arts amendment money.

A joint committee will consider lifting the nuclear ban.

Tattoo artists question proposed regulations.

D.C.

President Obama will make a major announcement on health care today. The Washington Post reports that health care groups are promising $2 trillion in savings.

Obama says he'll deliver a major speech in Egypt.

Iran is set to free Roxana Saberi.

DFL Sen. Amy Klobuchar is aiming to protect tax credits for the paper industry.

DFL Rep. Keith Ellison spoke to a Somali gathering.

Ellison also criticized arguments by bank and credit card officials that legislation limiting some credit card interest rates will be harmful to the consumer.

DFL Rep. Jim Oberstar is pleased that a proposed tax on French cheese has been dropped.