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Florida budget solutions still elude lawmakers

Source: The News Journal

Tallahassee : FL : USA | 7 months ago

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With a bad economy choking the flow of tax dollars, Florida lawmakers knew it would be tough to write a state budget this spring. But, as the annual legislative session enters its final week, House and Senate leaders have been tangled in behind-the-scenes negotiations about cutting spending and raising...

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NBC 2 Southwest Florida: Private talks continue on budget

News Source: Androscoggin News | 7 months ago

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News Source: Tallahassee | 7 months ago

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News Source: Miami Herald | 7 months ago

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News Source: Orlando Sentinel Online | 7 months ago

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News Source: The News Journal | 7 months ago

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