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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Massachusetts Governor Healey Slashes Budget by $375M Due to Revenue Shortfall

Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts has announced $375 million in budget cuts to address a $1 billion shortfall in the 2024 fiscal year, attributed to lower-than-projected tax revenues. The cuts will primarily affect Mass Health fee for service payments and earmarks for local non-profits, following the recent signing of $1 billion in tax cuts into law. While Healey's administration insists that the emergency shelter crisis is not the cause of the budget shortfall, some state officials, like Democrat State Senator Jamie Eldridge, are concerned about the potential impact of tax reform changes on revenue reductions.

via CBS Boston|

#budget-cuts #governor-healey #massachusetts

economy2 years ago•1 min saved

"California's Budget Deficit Soars to $68 Billion, Threatening the Golden State's Future"

California's budget deficit has surged to $68 billion, largely due to unexpectedly low tax revenues. The deficit is significantly higher than the previous estimate of $14.3 billion. The state may be forced to make substantial spending cuts, including reducing education spending and tapping into reserves. Governor Gavin Newsom is expected to release a budget proposal in January to address the financial crisis.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#budget-deficit #california #economy

economy2 years ago•2 min saved

California's Record $68 Billion Budget Deficit: A Harsh Economic Reality for Newsom

California is facing a record $68 billion budget deficit, primarily due to lower than expected tax revenues. The state delayed its tax filing deadline, leaving Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom to create a spending plan without knowing the available funds. The deficit could lead to spending cuts in education and withdrawals from the state's savings account. The problem is attributed to inflation and the Federal Reserve's efforts to control it, resulting in increased borrowing costs and reduced economic activity. Layoffs, particularly in the tech sector, have contributed to a rise in unemployment. California's revenues, which had surged during the pandemic, have now declined, leading to consecutive years of budget deficits.

via KABC-TV|

#budget-deficit #california #economy

economy2 years ago•2 min saved

US Federal Deficit Soars, Reaching Record High in June

The U.S. federal deficit nearly tripled in the first nine months of the fiscal year, reaching nearly $1.4 trillion, raising concerns about the country's rising debt levels. The deficit surge was attributed to increased government spending and a significant drop in tax revenues, with reduced investment gains and lower capital gains taxes contributing to the decline. Interest payments on the debt also rose by 25% compared to the previous year. Calls for fiscal restraint and a comprehensive approach to addressing the budget crisis have been made, as the ballooning deficit continues to spark political fights between Republicans and the White House. The Fitch bond rating agency has warned that the nation's AAA bond rating could be at risk due to "governance shortcomings" in tackling fiscal challenges.

via NPR|

#economy #federal-deficit #fiscal-responsibility

economy2 years ago•3 min saved

US Public Debt Expected to Skyrocket, Reaching 181% of GDP in 30 Years

The Congressional Budget Office projects that the US public debt will reach a record 181% of American economic activity by 2053, compared to a projected 98% at the end of this budget year. The higher debt load is a result of deficit spending and increasing dependence on debt to fund various programs. While annual deficits after 2042 are lower than previously forecasted, lawmakers will face constraints as spending increases, driven by healthcare and Social Security costs. Revenues are expected to increase after 2026, but the preservation of tax cuts and disagreements between the White House and GOP could lead to lower revenues than anticipated.

via The Associated Press|

#congressional-budget-office #deficits #economy

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Debt Ceiling Debate Divides Congress and Parties Alike

President Joe Biden is expected to sign a bill raising the federal debt limit for approximately two years, which passed with bipartisan support. However, the bill will cut federal spending by $55 billion in 2024 and $81 billion in 2025, and Moody’s Analytics estimates that it will result in 120,000 fewer jobs at the end of 2024. Additionally, cuts to Internal Revenue Service enforcement will lead to tax revenues falling, thereby increasing the deficit on net. The article highlights other examples of bipartisan achievements, including the Commodity Futures Modernization Act of 2000 and the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002, which have cost the U.S. trillions of dollars and caused human suffering.

via The Intercept|

#american-jobs-creation-act #bipartisanship #debt-limit-bill