North Central PA Times

State Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver has expressed her concerns over the deficit spending approach outlined in Governor Josh Shapiro's annual budget address. Culver believes that excessive spending in one budget year can lead to future tax increases and harmful program cuts. She argues that the level of spending proposed is unsustainable in the long term and poses a threat to the financial security of the state.

In response to the budget proposal, Culver is committed to working with her colleagues in the General Assembly to deliver a balanced, on-time, responsible state budget that funds the core functions of government without burdening taxpayers further. She intends to review the proposal with her colleagues and identify areas where costs can be cut and efficiency can be improved to maximize the effectiveness of taxpayer dollars.

Culver acknowledges that there may be areas of common ground with the governor, but also recognizes that there may be disagreements. She eagerly anticipates participating in the Senate Appropriations Committee budget hearings to delve into the details of the proposal. Culver emphasizes that the governor's proposal is just the opening offer in a negotiation process that will unfold over the coming months.

Residents can find more information about Culver on her website, SenatorCulver.com, and can follow her on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/SenCulver for updates on legislative action in Harrisburg and news in the 27th District.

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