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Dayton Eyes Monday for Special Session to End Minnesota Shutdown
But first he wants budget bills prepared Friday evening.

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But first he wants budget bills prepared Friday evening.

Gov. Mark Dayton said he first needs to read all nine budget bills.
Dayton wants to read all nine of the unsigned bills first.
Appearing on Minnesota Public Radio, Gov. Mark Dayton on Friday said he is willing to call a special session Monday morning but first needs to read all nine of the unsigned legislative bills.
Gov. Mark Dayton said he first needs to read all nine budget bills.
After Gov. Mark Dayton and GOP leaders agreed a preliminary budget Thursday evening, the march to the end is in sight.
Governor reluctantly agrees to not raise taxes on top earners.
The Minnesota Legislature appears headed back into a Special Session.
The Minnesota Legislature appears headed back into a Special Session. Maple Grove lawmakers are reviewing the impacts of the proposal.
The state Legislature appears headed back into a special session.
The State Legislature is expected to meet in special session.
Deal relies on school shifts and tobacco bonds.
Deal relies on school shifts and tobacco bonds.
The Minnesota Legislature appears headed back into a Special Session.
The Minnesota Legislature appears headed back into a special session.
The Minnesota Legislature appears headed back into a Special Session.
A special session could be called once negotiators have finalized the deal.
Governor and Republicans reach and agreement, which Winkler says would result in 'the most irresponsible budget in our state's history.'
A special session is anticipated to begin soon.