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Tim Pugmire
St. Paul, Minn.

Progress expected on the budget and bonding

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DFL leaders in the House and Senate say they plan to get busy on the budget this week, specifically identifying the spending cuts needed to solve a deficit that is now just under $1 billion.

The budget shortfall went from $1.2 billion down to $994 million last week, thanks to a slightly improved economic forecast. In addition, lawmakers have resolved a disagreement over health care coverage for the poor, but there's still a lingering dispute over a bonding bill.

Tim Pugmire discusses the week ahead at the State Capitol with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer.