MADISON - "In the face of the worst economic crisis to hit our nation in decades, Assembly Democrats made the tough choices and showed the real leadership needed to close Wisconsin's historic $6.6 billion deficit.
"We passed a common-sense plan that reduces state spending by $3.2 billion, protects the overwhelming majority of Wisconsin workers and families from income, sales and payroll tax increases, and shields our most important priorities like education, health care and public safety from the deepest cuts.
"We also listened to Wisconsin's diverse voices throughout this process, and strengthened the budget by expanding business-boosting and job-generating tax credits; restoring funding for public safety programs; and capping the gas tax while securing a reliable source of funds for Wisconsin's transportation infrastructure.
"Through responsible leadership and shared sacrifice, we have delivered a balanced budget that puts Wisconsin on a track to economic recovery and future prosperity."
