Missouri Auditor Warns of Budget Crisis Amid Rising Spending
TL;DR
Missouri's record $5.8 billion surplus is projected to be depleted by mid-2028 due to rising spending and declining revenues, with potential faster depletion if a recession occurs, prompting calls for budget adjustments to avoid drastic cuts.
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