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Last-Minute Budget Deal Again
Governor Sherrill’s promised fresh start for Trenton is running into the same old problems as the state’s budget process, with lawmakers still scrambling at the last minute to finalize a $61 billion spending plan — just days before the deadline. Despite early announcements of a deal, the legislative calendar shows budget hearings scheduled for Sunday, leaving little time for review. Compounding the frustration: lawmakers gave themselves a 67% pay raise this year while treating their most critical duty like an afterthought. Last-minute votes, rushed decisions, and lack of public transparency —…
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