Revenue drops $85 million; Governor Brad Henry calls for more cuts

<br>(Oklahoma City-AP) -- Governor Brad Henry has asked legislative budget writers to find another $85-million to carve out of the state budget. <br><br>Henry's comments came Tuesday after the Equalization

Tuesday, February 18th 2003, 12:00 am

By: News On 6

(Oklahoma City-AP) -- Governor Brad Henry has asked legislative budget writers to find another $85-million to carve out of the state budget.

Henry's comments came Tuesday after the Equalization Board certified new revenue estimates that increased the state budget shortfall for next year by $84.8-million.

State Finance Director Scott Meacham says he'll work with legislative leaders to find ways to make up for bigger hole in the deficit.

Henry had previously proposed $231-million in budget cuts.

He also proposed to leverage more federal funding and raise a number of fees.

The governor says the latest revenue projections show the need for legislative approval of his lottery plan.