Speaker McNulty's Statement on New State Revenue Expectations

DENVER—Today, the Colorado Legislative Council and Office of State Planning and Budgeting released their March Revenue Forecasts to the Joint Budget Committee, showing a slight increase in state revenue expectations.

Speaker of the House Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, released the following statement about the forecasts:

“Even though today’s forecasts show next year’s budget shortfall has decreased, there still remain difficult decisions to ensure the state lives within it means.

“House Republicans remain committed to working with Gov. Hickenlooper and our House and Senate colleagues to craft a responsible budget that helps create an environment that encourages economic recovery.”

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