Democratic AZ Governor; Designee for Secretary of Homeland Security
Provides funding for the priorities without raising taxes
I will release a budget proposal that is fiscally responsible, provides funding for the priorities I have discussed - and does so without raising taxes. My Efficiency Review team has worked with thousands of state employees to identify permanent savings
and cost avoidances that will save the state at least $843 million over the next five years alone. I am pleased to submit a budget that will fund a leaner, smarter government for the new Arizona.
Source: State of the State speech to Arizona Legislature
Jan 12, 2004
