First Things First: Nixon keeps state budget balanced while protecting critical investments

Faced with a darkening state revenue picture, Governor Nixon today exercised fiscal responsibility by bringing state spending into balance with its resources. 

At the same time, he protected critical state investments in education, health care and public safety.  And his budget actually increased K-12 investments in our kids' futures.

The months ahead won't be easy, but with steady, principled leadership, Missouri will weather the economic crisis.