Administration presents conservative FY27 budget proposal emphasizing education, roads and AI

Feb 3, 2026

The Department of Finance & Administration recommended a balanced FY27 budget that assumes modest revenue growth (about 2.35%), increases recurring K-12 support including a $250 million TISA boost aimed at raising starting teacher pay to $50,000, and targets infrastructure, public safety and technology investments while preserving reserves.

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Commissioner Bryson presented the Department of Finance & Administration's FY27 budget recommendation to the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee on Feb. 3, 2026, framing the plan around a modest revenue outlook and targeted investments. "The economy continues at a moderate clip," Bryson said, citing a 2.35% growth projection for state tax revenue in FY27 as the administration's planning baseline.

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