2009 Session: Repealing Budget Allocation Limit Sparks Controversy

· May 5, 2010, 9:05 pm

The Colorado Senate is debating a controversial bill to lift the Arveschoug-Bird spending cap. Backers say the move gives them more flexibility to budget wisely. Opponents warn of run-away spending. And the whole thing is likely to end up in court. KCFR's Megan Verlee reports.

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2009 Session: Repealing Budget Allocation Limit Sparks Controversy

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