Politics & Government
From Rep. Rebimbas: The State Budget Process and How it Works
The budget process is complicated and the budget itself has several components.
The State Budget Process and How It Works
Last week, Governor Lamont unveiled his biennial budget proposal, which is the first step in the state budget process.
Here's a general overview of how it works:
Step 1: The governor presents his budget proposal. This was done via video this year. See below.
Step 2: The House and Senate joint Appropriations and Finance, Revenue, and Bonding Committees hold public hearings to discuss the budget priorities with the state department and agency heads, and with the public.
Step 3: The Appropriations Committee develops the state’s SPENDING PLAN for the next two years (July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023), and the Finance, Revenue, and Bonding Committee develops the state’s REVENUE PLAN to cover the spending via a combination of bonding, taxes, and federal assistance.
Step 4: House and Senate leaders work with the governor's office to develop final budget bills.
Step 5: The budget bills are presented to both chambers (separately), and each chamber must pass the same bills.
Step 6: The approved budget is sent to the governor for his signature. Once signed, it becomes law.
Rather than provide commentary this early in the process, I encourage you to listen to the governor's remarks (see video below - just click the play button), and hear what he has to say. I also encourage you to listen to the responses from House and Senate Republican, House Democratic, and Senate Democratic leaders so you may hear their take on the governor's proposals (links listed below the governor's video).
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I've also provided a link to the press briefing held by the governor's budget director, Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management Melissa McGaw, as well as the budget documents provided by the governor's office.
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State Budget Director Briefing
Governor's FY 2022-2023 State Budget Proposals
The budget process is complicated and the budget itself has several components. If you have any questions and would like to discuss this further, please reach out to me. I am happy to speak with you.