The checks, set at $1,000 for single filers and $2,000 for couples, would "Minnesotans afford rising costs" according to Gov. Tim Walz. https://www.kare11.com/article/news/politics/governor-tim-walz-final-budget-plan-includes-surplus-checks/89-67047730-f64c-4c1d-94c8-fd03b9f77115 Welcome to the KARE 11 News YouTube channel. Subscribe to our channel for compelling and dramatic storytelling, award-winning investigations, breaking news and information you can use. Text your photos, videos and news tips to 763-797-7215. » Subscribe to KARE 11 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KARE11?sub_confirmation=1 » Watch more KARE 11 video: https://www.youtube.com/user/KARE11/v... » Visit KARE11.com: http://www.kare11.com/ » Download our app! https://www.kare11.com/appredirect/ » Find KARE 11 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KARE11/ » Follow KARE 11 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kare11 » Follow KARE 11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kare11/