Governor slashes higher education budget
January 30, 2008
FRANKFORT - Gov. Steve Beshear called for budget cuts across Kentucky last night, including a 12 percent cut in higher education funding, to overcome a decrease in state revenue for the 2008-10 biennium.
“Last year while running for governor, I envisioned this first budget address to be a night where I unveiled a plan brimming with bold and creative new programs,” Beshear said. “However, that evening will have to wait. Because tonight, we deal with cold, harsh reality.”
Last night, Beshear unveiled his recommendations for state spending before a joint session of the Kentucky Senate and House of Representatives. The recommendation by the governor is the beginning of the two-month budget process; the legislature will now start making changes before approving a final budget.
Click here to finish this story by Jill Laster and Rebecca Sweeney
Reporters gather around President Lee Todd after Gov. Steve Beshear presented his budget recommendations yesterday in Frankfort. Photo by Britney McIntosh
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