Democratic Gov. Janet Mills delivers her State of the State address, Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024, at the State House in Augusta, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
The new spending increases her biennial budget proposal to nearly $10.44 billion.
The proposal reflects a projection of an additional $108 million in additional revenue by the nonpartisan Revenue Forecasting Committee. The boost was attributed to strong corporate income tax revenues, which are considered volatile for long-term budgeting.
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The governor's proposal sets the stage for lawmakers to finish negotiations and bring the budget to the floor for votes. They're racing the clock because lawmakers are due to adjourn on April 17.
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