“This is an unbalanced budget that would kill jobs, raise payroll taxes on hard-working state employees and cut services essential to protecting the middle class and building a strong economy.
“We are disappointed that the budget continues the irresponsible pattern of meeting ongoing needs by raiding state funds set aside for specific purposes.
Statement From LBP On The Governor’s Executive Budget Read More »
LBP appeared in a segment on Louisiana Public Broadcasting’s “Louisiana: The State We’re In” discussing Governor Jindal’s proposal for a statewide voucher program for education. Watch the full segment here.
LBP’s television appearance on Louisiana Public Broadcasting Read More »
Gov. Bobby Jindal will release his 2012-13 budget plan in less than a week, and that’s when we’ll find out how he proposes to close the $895 million shortfall. But so far it looks like more of the same is on the way: tax breaks for those who need them the least, with higher costs and fewer services for those who need them the most.
Budget News and Notes Read More »
The 2012-13 budget shortfall: $895 million.
That’s what Gov. Bobby Jindal’s administration told the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget last Friday when the “continuation budget” was released. The continuation budget represents what it would cost to maintain current levels of government services, and the shortfall—unfortunately—was larger than many were expecting.
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On November 17th, The Advocate published “Group Raps La. Tax On Poor,” a front page article highlighting a report by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Edward Ashworth, Director of the Louisiana Budget Project since 2009, announced his planned retirement in November and the appointment of his successor, Times-Picayune Capitol Bureau reporter, Jan Moller.
Leadership Transition at LBP Advances Mission, Builds Momentum Read More »
