California lawmakers have missed a deadline to pass a state spending plan, possibly jeopardizing millions of dollars in potential savings as the state struggles with a record deficit.
Democratic Governor Davis blames the Republicans for the budget hold-up.
Last week, a joint legislative committee charged with shaping the state´s budget approved a watered-down proposal that didn´t address any of the big issues.
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