SALTER: Gov. Bryant’s proposed budget sensible in election year

SID SALTER: Bryant’s budget proposal reflects election-year sensibilities

STARKVILLE – Gov. Phil Bryant presented an executive budget recommendation that addresses some of the thorny issues that he will confront along with the Republican legislative majority, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn.

Let’s see, there’s a tax cut plan for low-to-moderate income Mississippians. There’s a pledge to reduce the tax burden on small businesses and corporations. And there’s a strong nod to public education.

Bryant proposes a state tax credit totaling some $79 million that would give a low-income working family of four about $442 in tax relief while handing a moderate income working family about $105 in tax relief.

Gulflive
11/19/14