Criticism may set stage for budget veto
Legislative leaders defend formation of fiscal agreement.
A budget agreement reached by legislative leaders drew sharp criticism Tuesday from the governor's chief budget negotiator. That set up the possibility the governor would veto all or part of the $6.9 billion package.
State Treasurer Scott Meacham said the proposal provides inadequate funding for prisons, public schools and higher education, and shortchanges several other state agencies.
Meacham, who was not inv...
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