Budget Briefing: ‘Mostly Flat’ State Budget Deal Reached

This morning’s budget news roundup:

$6.8 Billion Oklahoma Budget Deal Reached – “Republican legislative leaders and Gov. Mary Fallin agreed on a mostly flat budget Monday evening for most state agencies, although extra money is allocated to several areas to take care of specific needs such as the Department of Human Services and common education.” NewsOK.com

Citing ‘This is About Jobs,’ Tulsa County May Have Airport Tax to Support Airline Businesses” – “Tulsa County voters likely will be asked on the Nov. 6 ballot to approve a roughly $340 million tax package to benefit American Airlines and airport industrial businesses, multiple sources said Monday.” Tulsa World

Oklahoma Gas & Electric Customers Will See Lower Bills from Fuel Adjustment – “Oklahoma Gas and Electric Co. residential customers can expect to pay about $1 less each month under a two-step plan to lower fuel costs but increase interim electricity rates. The utility made the move as it awaits a decision in a pending rate case where it asked to boost rates by $72 million.” NewsOK.com