Albany budget vote gives some Dems leeway on taxes
Assembly Speaker Mel Miller allowed Central New York Democrats to back the spending package while voting against the tax measures totaling 1.9 billion dollars. Christensen, Magee, Luster and Republicans Kuhl Jr. and Sears supported the budget without taxes. The plan passed 79-71 in the Assembly amid late approval after a 65 day delay.
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GOP seeks aggressive campaigns to win seats back in 1990
The 1990 census is cited as a driver for aggressive GOP campaigns next year to regain seats. Luster defends split voting on tax bills, preferring income tax rise over higher gasoline taxes. Christensen defends spending votes to avoid stalling, Magee seeks further state cuts or income tax increase, and a bill passes 37-22 in the Senate with 31 Republicans voting yes. A Oneida County GOP spokesman cites welfare reform as a balance against new taxes, and several key figures could not be reached for comment.
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Lawmakers split over pork barrelling amid budget impasse
In Albany, Central New York legislators oppose pork as an 88 to 61 vote defeats a moratorium. Assembly members Magee and Christensen push for local funds, citing needs for Oneonta Day Care, Eastwood Senior Center, and Onondaga Library, while Cuomo withholds veto decisions on lump sum grants.
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Bill Magee
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Mario Cuomo
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Cuomo Hints $1 Billion Vetoes in Budget Fight
Gov. Mario Cuomo said he plans to veto about $1 billion in the budget if the comptroller confirms a significant imbalance. He would veto most of the Legislature added spending, potentially freeing funds for New York City and other municipalities.
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Regan
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