Proposed Fiscal 2011 State of NJ Budget Feedback |
Governor Chris Christie presented his fiscal 2011 state budget on March 16 to members of the Legislature. The proposed $28.3 billion spending plan contains significant spending reductions to close an estimated $10.7 billion shortfall for the new fiscal year that begins July 1.
The Chamber is pleased the proposal tackles long-term systemic issues that, if addressed, will lead to job creation, economic growth and fiscal stability for the state. The Governor’s priorities are to reduce excessive government spending, lower taxes, create private-sector jobs and shrink government. That’s what employers have been seeking for quite some time because this will force New Jersey to finally live within its means – and make the state more competitive.
Although the full details of the budget are still coming out, we would like to know your initial thoughts so we can share your comments with the Christie Administration.
The Chamber is pleased the proposal tackles long-term systemic issues that, if addressed, will lead to job creation, economic growth and fiscal stability for the state. The Governor’s priorities are to reduce excessive government spending, lower taxes, create private-sector jobs and shrink government. That’s what employers have been seeking for quite some time because this will force New Jersey to finally live within its means – and make the state more competitive.
Although the full details of the budget are still coming out, we would like to know your initial thoughts so we can share your comments with the Christie Administration.