Republicans Tightening Government’s Belt in Tough Economic Times

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 19, 2008
CONTACT: Alberto Martinez
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MAJORITY LEADER HASNER PRAISESPRESIDENT ATWATER, SPEAKER SANSOM’S FISCALLY RESPONSIBLE DECISION
~Leaders Eliminate CBIR Earmarks for Next Florida Budget~

TALLAHASSEE, FL – House Majority Leader Adam Hasner (R-Delray Beach) today praised Senate President Jeff Atwater (R-Palm Beach) and House Speaker Ray Sansom (R-Destin) on their joint announcement that both chambers will not have Community Budget Issue Requests (CBIRs) in the next Florida budget.

“Today’s announcement by Senate President Atwater and House Speaker Sansom regarding their joint decision to forgo CBIR earmarks in the budget underscores their commitment to put fiscal responsibility and the economic well-being of Floridians at the top of their agendas,” stated Leader Hasner. “I commend President Atwater and Speaker Sansom for their commitment.”

“We understand that every dollar is precious and must be spent wisely. We are committed to taking serious action to deal with a serious budget problem. President Atwater and Speaker Sansom are leading the charge as we take on wasteful and excessive spending in the system by eliminating earmarks like the CBIRs and reducing government inefficiency. Floridians can be confident that their leadership is taking a common-sense approach to getting Florida’s economy going again,” concluded Leader Hasner.

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