Lawmakers: Budget will be top priority

State tax revenue is flatlining, state Sen. Bill Cowsert told Athens Area Chamber of Commerce members on Wednesday. “We’re not certain where that is coming from,” Cowsert said, noting the economy remains strong. That’s why Gov. Brian Kemp is calling for spending cuts next year, likely to be one of the main themes when Georgia’s Legislature convenes in Atlanta next month.

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