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State budget cuts are less than expected, but still not in the clear

State budget cuts are less than expected, but still not in the clear
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By Sahar Chmais

There is no doubt that this year’s 87th Legislative Session looks nothing like years prior. Yet, that did not deter Senator Judith Zaffirini, representing Senate District 21, from pre-filing 42 bills centered around medical and educational needs.

“This session will be unlike any other because the pandemic looms over everything,” Zaffirini told the Hays Free Press/News-Dispatch. “Although much uncertainty remains, the Senate is expected to convene fewer  hearings, consider less legislation, and ultimately pass fewer bills.”
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