Blueprint for a Better Budget
This document represents an effort to develop a fiscally practical, comprehensive approach to putting New York State’s budgetary house in order.
It explains why and how the state developed such massive budget deficits.
It identifies programmatic changes to begin closing the gaps and to put the state’s finances on a more stable footing.
It explains how privatization and competitive contracting can help produce more efficient and affordable public services.
It proposes structural reforms to improve the state budget process and to reduce costs at every level of government in New York.
Finally, it outlines tax policy goals to promote renewed economic growth.
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