Wyoming’s governor says he anticipates more budget cuts
With a month until his administration releases its first budget, Gov. Mark Gordon said all ideas to trim spending are on the table in 2020, explaining that Wyoming appears to be entering “a new period” in its history as the outlook for fossil fuels as the state’s primary economic driver grows increasingly grim.
In a conference call with reporters Tuesday afternoon, Gordon said that he anticipates a number of cuts to be included in his proposed budget, setting the stage for a major funding debate in a Legislature still smarting from massive reductions in spending two years ago.
“I think it’s going to be a tough budget,” Gordon said. “My view is that people in Wyoming are wanting to make sure we have looked fully at every opportunity we have to reduce our government spending before we start talking about any taxes.”
