The economy in the Eastern state has been stable due to a balanced budget and proper funding of departments. The time is coming soon where a new budget will need to be passed. As Governor, I will seek to work with the assembly to pass a budget that is balanced, does not increase taxes on the middle class nor the upper class. I will also look to increase funding in three areas: Education, Mental Health, and our police force. To increase the funding, I will seek raise the amount of money that goes into state's education fund from the lottery. Next, I will seek to legalize gambling within the Commonwealth and place a tax on winnings from individuals and money won by established casino's. This money will be diverted to treat mental health in the Commonwealth, and police funding, specifically community outreach programs.