The scenario draws on a combination of fixes. And it’s catching the attention of people who shape and analyze the budget — even as they remain skeptical.
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While Dunleavy’s budget proposal adds up to the same amount as this year’s budget, the details differ
In comparing Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s proposed budget to the current budget, there are some significant differences — both in reductions and increases.
Alaska lawmakers worry Dunleavy’s budget relies too heavily on savings
Dunleavy did not repeat the call he made last year for spending cuts. Instead, he said he would look to Alaskans and the Legislature to work on how to close the gap between how much the state spends and what it brings in.
Dunleavy’s second budget may have similarities with his first
The scale of the gap between what the state spends and what it brings in is similar to last year — roughly $1.5 billion.
Alaska state government forecasts lower revenue for this year and next
The Alaska Department of Revenue forecasts $187.3 million less in state revenue this year than it did in the spring. The department released the forecast on Friday.
Tangeman resigns, saying revenue commissioner should be ‘100% aligned’ with Dunleavy
Bruce Tangeman, who ran the state’s Department of Revenue, also wrote that any potential new taxes would support what he called an unsustainable budget, as well as permanent fund dividends.
With Arduin out, Dunleavy administration wants commissioners more involved in budget process
Alaska state lawmakers say they’re looking forward to learning what Dunleavy’s plans are for the budget.