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 / Modified may 27, 2021 9:39 a.m.

Arizona budget faces Republican opposition as debate delayed

Some GOP legislators see too much spending and others worry a massive tax cut could hurt cities or undermine the state’s finances.
by Associated Press

Arizona State Legislature SPOT Members of the Arizona state Legislature meet at the Senate Building.
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Contentious division among Republican lawmakers about a state budget deal negotiated between GOP Gov. Doug Ducey and majority Republican legislative leaders is at the forefront as the Arizona House delayed debate on the plan.

Numerous Republican lawmakers have expressed disdain for the deal. Some see too much spending and others worry a massive tax cut could hurt cities or undermine the state’s finances.

It was unclear Wednesday night if Republicans who hold slim majorities in both chambers will need to make major changes.

They lack any support from minority Democratic for the $12.8 billion spending plan.

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