Date: 03/30/2010
Final
Office of the Governor
HOUSE COMMITTEE ON STATE, VETERANS, & MILITARY AFFAIRS
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12:01 PM -- Office of the Governor
Representative Lambert briefed the committee on the FY 2010-11 budget for the Office of the Governor. Representative Lambert provided an overview of budget changes between FY 2009-10 and FY 2010-11, noting in particular budgeting changes for the Office of Information Technology. Representative Lambert responded to questions regarding personnel changes within the Office of Information Technology as it moves to the Office of the Governor, and the physical location of these personnel. Representative Lambert discussed the committee of reference for the Office of Information Technology, and responded to questions regarding reductions in personnel for the office. Representative Lambert then briefed the committee on the budget for the Office of State Planning and Budgeting, and the offices of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor in general. Discussion ensued regarding the impact of the Lobato lawsuit on the Governor's budget, with Representative Lambert providing background on the lawsuit. Discussion followed regarding budget reductions for the offices of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and State Planning and Budgeting for FY 2010-11.
12:11 PM
Discussion continued regarding budget reductions for the Office of the Governor. Discussion turned to budget changes for economic development programs, and the reasons for the changes. Discussion followed regarding the function of certain jobs promotion programs funded in the Long Bill.
12:20 PM
The committee adjourned.