In an editorial leading up to the Legislative session beginning Monday, the Tri-Parish Times previews how “our state has some tough choices to make”:
With most budgetary items dedicated, the usual victims - education and health care - are likely to take another big hit.
To lessen the blow, the governor is proposing a constitutional amendment that would allow him to cut dedicated funds by 5 to 10 percent. The move would be a significant change for how Louisiana's budget is allocated….
Early indications are the proposal stands a good chance locally….
At a time when Louisiana is reinvesting in its reputation - tailoring education to ensure graduates have the skill set to find good paying jobs, readdressing ethics in government and rebuilding the state's hurricane-battered coastal region - there should be no sacred cows.
