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Governor: “Finish Up the Budget”

Governor Bill Walker today responded to legislative leadership’s request to take a two-week break before convening the special session in Anchorage. Governor Walker declined to rescind his proclamation, and held firm that the legislature pass a fully funded budget before gaveling out.

“It is unacceptable to leave the capital city with a budget that has a $3 billion hole,” Governor Walker said. “It’s time to put aside our political differences and pull together for the good of Alaska.”

Governor: "Finish Up the Budget"

governor-letter-to-extend-session2The legislature adjourned Mon., April 27, with an unfunded budget—eight days after the statutory 90-day legislative session. Governor Walker immediately issued a proclamation convening a special session.

Without legislative approval to tap into the state’s savings account established for times of low revenue, the $3 billion hole could lead to a government shutdown in November—which means basic services like snow removal, ferry runs, law enforcement, and payments to school districts would stop.

“Passing an unfunded budget is akin to giving Alaskans a bad check,” Governor Walker said. “It creates uncertainty in business negotiations and hampers the state’s ability to attract new investment. I trust our legislators to do the right thing and work cooperatively to pass through a fully funded budget.”

Via gov.alaska.gov

 

Governor: "Finish Up the Budget"

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