Cook urges timely passage of balanced Pennsylvania state budget

Cook urges timely passage of balanced Pennsylvania state budget
State Rep. Cook, Bud — Pennsylvania 50th Legislative District
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Rep. Bud Cook of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives has expressed concern over the absence of a new state budget by July 1. In a statement, Cook emphasized the importance of passing a balanced budget, highlighting that overspending beyond projected revenues would be “fiscally irresponsible.”

Cook also addressed potential energy taxes in ongoing budget negotiations. He warned against measures that could negatively impact jobs in his district and lead to increased energy costs for consumers.

The representative’s remarks underscore the challenges faced by lawmakers as they work towards finalizing the state budget.

“Representative Bud Cook50th Legislative DistrictPennsylvania House of RepresentativesMedia Contact: Andrew Forgotch717.772.9905aforgotch@pahousegop.comRepBudCook.com / Facebook.com/RepBudCook”



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