Governor McCrory Continues Budget Dialogue with Senate President Berger and House Speaker Tillis

Statement

Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement today on budget meetings with House and Senate leadership:

"Earlier today we had positive dialogue with Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger and House Speaker Thom Tillis during a meeting at the Executive Mansion. However, we continue to have objections concerning the elimination of thousands of teacher assistants as well as cuts to core state services, including programs for the elderly, disabled and Alzheimer's patients.

"During our luncheon, we presented the option to allow local school districts flexibility to provide teacher raises and fund teacher assistants. We're encouraged that both Speaker Tillis and Senate Education Chairman Jerry Tillman publicly indicated their willingness to consider this proposal. We look forward to further dialogue with the House and Senate."

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