Another evaluation will be made next month of how much money the state will have to finance programs and services in the next fiscal year. Governor Nixon’s proposed budget already is being cut by legislative committees shaping the final plan. He wants some fresh figures before making any moves. Nixon says the full state tax figures for February will help him and legislative budget experts calculate the amount of money the state will have for the fiscal year beginning July 1. [Read more...]
House passes an autism measure and a factory jobs incentive plan
February 19, 2010 By
The House sends a measure to the Senate regarding treatment for those diagnosed on the autism spectrum, requiring insurance companies that are regulated by the State of Missouri to cover some treatments. The House also passes a measure that will attempt to lure new manufacturing jobs and encourage existing manufacturing jobs to stay in Missouri by giving special tax incentives.
Disabled residents protest budget cuts to in-home care
February 19, 2010 By
Disabled Missourians who depend on in-home care to live independently are protesting proposed cuts to the system.
As the General Assembly chips away at the 2011 fiscal year budget, recipients of some state services become increasingly concerned.
The Coalition to Save Home Care says one proposal would cut hours the state pays for in-home care down to 60 per month. They say that’s not enough. Another budget proposal would strip $6 million from the program, plus the federal match, meaning some would end up in nursing homes.
Representative Stephen Webber (D-Columbia) says it’s not just a cost issue, but a matter of human dignity.
