Fiscal Fallout: 4 factors could complicate next Wisconsin budget

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(The Center Square) – A combination of increased spending and significant tax cuts will eliminate much of the Wisconsin state government’s remaining historic surplus and — if the economy tanks — might lead to spending cuts in future years.

“The biggest factor is economic growth,” said Tyler Byrnes, a senior research associate for the Wisconsin Policy Forum. “If you’re having good economic growth, you can weather the storm more easily.”

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