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Heard about the new state income tax proposal by Rep. Ann Lenczewski (DFL–Bloomington). She suggests eliminating the current credits for day care and subtractions for education expenses and a cap on the mortgage interest credit at $420. The Strib quotes her, “Credits are back-door spending that favor those at the higher level.” Rep. Lenczewski also touts the benefits of a simplified tax system.