The apparent return of Republican control of the Legislature for the second time in Gov. Mark Dayton’s tenure renewed fears of political gridlock at the Capitol as the
governor and legislative leaders try to work out a compromise on a $5 billion tax package.

The Senate voted 27-11 to approve the tax package, which would raise the state’s income tax rate to 6.95 percent from 5.95 percent. The House approved the bill on a voice vote.