Budget compromise gains traction in Legislature
Legislators edge toward a budget compromise as Senate and House discussions include tax proposals and potential pauses on tax breaks. Parkinson urges suspending estate and corporate tax breaks for three years, while Republicans and business groups push back. Democrats seek to avoid further education aid cuts and oppose state employee pay cuts. consensus appears sought amid mixed support.
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