Michigan Republicans approving what they call 'cautious' state government budget | MLive.com
Overall, the combined budgets are projected at $48.5 billion – up 1.25 percent when all sources, including federal money, are counted.
The measure that got final approval Thursday, which could soon be headed to Gov. Rick Snyder for his consideration, covers most of the spending.
"The watchword of this budget is 'cautious optimism,'" said Rep. Chuck Moss, R-Birmingham, and chairman of the House Appropriations Committee.
"We are not out of the woods yet," Moss said, "... but things are slowly but surely getting better."
Democrats blasted the spending plan, saying it doesn't do enough for low-income and working families.
Some Democrats also say the budget plan could allow pay raises for certain appointees in Snyder's administration.
Rep. Fred Durhal Jr., D-Detroit, said the budget in part is being balanced on the "backs of the poor" and the social safety net programs they depend on.
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