Gov. Perry comments on Biennial Revenue Estimate
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN Texas Comptroller Combs delivered a revenue estimate today that shows the Texas economy continuing to grow steadily ahead of the nation yet as expected is also reflective of the national recessions lingering impact on state revenue said Gov. Rick Perry following statement on Comptroller Susan Combs Biennial Revenue Estimate.
To ensure Texas continues to lead the nations economic recovery state leaders must remain good stewards of taxpayer dollars continue strategic investments and stand by the proven fiscal principles that have helped us balance our states budget when facing similar challenges in the past.
As families and employers are doing all across this state and nation we will separate the wants from needs and then cut spending.
I am confident we will meet our states needs within this revenue estimate by prioritizing spending without raising taxes laying the foundation for our states future prosperity."
