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Statement from Rep. Barbara Bailey on House Democrats’ bill to raise taxes by more than $700 million
March 9th, 2010 at Tue, 9th, 2010 at 7:24 am by scottfrank10th District lawmaker votes ‘no’ on Senate Bill 6143
“The House Democrats passed more than $700 million in new tax increases late tonight, at a time when so many families and employers are struggling to get by. They have decided to give state employees raises, while raising taxes on people who are without jobs. Pushing I-960 aside and putting the needs of state government first, at a time when private-sector jobs should be the focus, is the wrong approach.
“It’s hard to predict what the final tax increase package will look like after House and Senate Democrats meet behind closed doors to work out their differences, but it’s safe to assume it will approach the largest tax increase in state history and cost thousands of jobs. This will only prolong our economic troubles.
“It’s important to understand that raising taxes will not solve our budget problem. With no meaningful reforms to state government or the budget process, our state’s finances will be in even worse shape next year. I have put forward comprehensive solutions in both areas, but they were rejected. These solutions are rooted in a very simple principle: our state must live with its means.”
Senate Bill 6143. The 60-day legislative session is scheduled to adjourn March 11.
Rep. Barbara Bailey represents the 10th District.
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