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For Immediate
Release
6/30/08
- Sen. Scarnati
- Sen. Pileggi
Scarnati Pleased with Budget Framework
WARREN—Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati (R-Jefferson) said today he
is optimistic and confident in the passage of the 2008-2009 final state budget.
After many days and weeks of intense negotiation, legislative leaders and the
Governor believe they have reached an agreement in principle.
“While we do continue to meet on many specifics, a deal is in place that
contains a budget with no tax increases, no new taxes, and no excessive
spending,” Scarnati stated. “Our objectives were met and I now believe that
Pennsylvania will have a budget that recognizes the fiscal realities of working
families and job creators.”
Scarnati did mention that negotiations throughout were open, up front, and
all parties involved worked diligently to find common ground on issues such as
spending, energy, and economic stimulus.
“With the current economic downturn, I firmly believe that we needed to put
forth a budget that creates more stability for our citizens and our businesses,”
Scarnati added. “With a fiscally prudent budget that does not take more money
out of the pockets of Pennsylvanians already struggling with skyrocketing gas
and food prices, we are moving in a direction of making the Commonwealth more
competitive, more stable.”
Scarnati also pointed out that there are about $235 million in tax cuts for
job creators to assist them in improving the job climate in Pennsylvania. In
addition, to the tax cuts, Scarnati was satisfied that all parties acknowledged
the need to address the road and bridge problem currently facing the
Commonwealth.
“The citizens of Pennsylvania expect the legislature and the Governor to
provide a budget that meets their needs without excessive spending and
unnecessary borrowing. This budget meets that criteria,” Scarnati said.
“Obviously, there are details that still need to be worked out, but a deal is
in place and I am confident that members of our caucus will see the merit in
this fiscally responsible budget,” Scarnati concluded.
Contact:
Todd Nyquist
717-787-7084
Additional Information:
Budget
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