After several days of debate, half of California lawmakers signed off on a budget deal that closes a $24 billion gap and shores up state finances, for now.
California Budget Deal Closes $24 Billion Gap
By JENNIFER STEINHAUER, New York Times
Fri, 07/24/2009 - 1:50pm
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