State Economist On Why Georgia Needs Budget Cuts

Speaking to lawmakers Tuesday, the state’s economist, Jeffrey Dorfman, said enrollment-based programs like public education and Medicaid are growing quicker than state revenues.

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Despite a strong economy and record employment numbers in Georgia, the Governor has still mandated budget cuts across many state agencies.

Why?

Speaking to lawmakers Tuesday, the state’s economist, Jeffrey Dorfman, said enrollment-based programs like public education and Medicaid are growing quicker than state revenues.