I am pleased to see the Governor's report looks for ways to reduce taxes for hardworking middle class New Yorkers. The Assembly has long advocated for a circuit-breaker which targets assistance to those most in need of relief. Any proposal should be premised on a principle of fairness to all New Yorkers, city residents, suburbanites and rural residents alike. At the same time it is important that we have the resources necessary to fund vital programs including education, universal pre-k and the DREAM Act. We will continue to work with the Governor and the Senate to help make this a reality and develop a prudent, fair and balanced budget.