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Budget deal reached in Texas lawmakers push final session
GOP leaders announced a $139 billion spending plan agreement as the Texas Legislature heads into the final days of the session. House Speaker Tom Craddick Sen. Steve Ogden and Rep. Jim Pitts confirmed a deal, while Rep. Sylvester Turner advised he remained unbriefed. The two chambers must approve regular and supplemental budgets before Gov. Perry can sign, with the session's closing day looming. Perry also voiced time to pass a comprehensive education funding overhaul.
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Austin
House
Tom Craddick
Steve Ogden
R-Bryan
Jim Pitts
Raxahachie
Sylvester Turner
Dhouston
Democratic Conference Committee
Senate
Rick Perry
Perry
Craddick
David Dewhurst