Paterson unveils 2010-2011 budget proposal
Gov. David Paterson unveiled his 2010-2011 state budget proposal Tuesday morning. The governor is asking for a 5 percent cut in school aid as well as $1 billion in new taxes and fees. Paterson is also
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May 22, 2014, 7:31 PM
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Gov. David Paterson unveiled his 2010-2011 state budget proposal Tuesday morning.
The governor is asking for a 5 percent cut in school aid as well as $1 billion in new taxes and fees. Paterson is also proposing a $1 billion cut in health care spending.
The Legislature is expected to oppose the measures in the $134 billion budget.
Also included in the budget is the ongoing hiring freeze in the state work force, closing four prisons and no state police training class.
AP wires contributed to this report.Click NEXT for more videos.
For Gov. David Paterson's complete budget address, go to your digital cable box and select iO Extra on Ch. 612.
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