Whether it is State or Federal Government we need a budget listing all expenses and then start cutting nonessential services. I know it's not easy because EVERY Government employee thinks his or her job is essential. Essential services include the ones that protect the citizens as described in the Constitution. Stop spending! Stop raising taxes. Stop creating new government departments who's only propose is to control people by endless rules and regulations. If you want more taxes, you don't raise taxes. You get out of the way of the people who pay taxes and let them create wealth creating jobs....not part time jobs, not entry level jobs but good jobs that come with a vibrant economy.  Just like you do ( or supposed to do ) as a responsible citizen in your private life, you live WITHIN your budget! Just like our State government should be doing now.Start cutting nonessential jobs and services and stop wasting time just looking for more money. STOP SPENDING! Live within your means.