Secretary White: Budget standoff may lead to security issues

White said unpaid computer and software contractors have threatened to quit performing maintenance and data-breach protection services on the secretary of state’s sprawling computer network, and some landlords for facilities in which drivers’ services offices are based are pursuing default actions against the state for nonpayment of rent.

Governor Rauner and lawmakers have been battled over the budget since the fiscal year began July 1.

(KTRS) – Supporters of Missouri inmate Kimber Edwards say the state risks executing an innocent man if Edward… While much state money is being spent as required by state law and court orders, without a budget there is no authority to make many other payments.

Last week, White issued a letter to Gov. Bruce Rauner and legislative leaders outlining concerns on how the budget stalemate is negatively impacting his office. He also worries that utilities could be shut off at the state Capitol in Springfield. He says vendors aren’t being paid and are threatening to suspend services.

White says while his office is suspending the reminder notices, registration renewal stickers, titles, and license plates will continue to be mailed to citizens until the postage account is depleted. White is determined to prioritize hard cuts to ensure his office can provide core services to the public for as long as possible. “This situation has gown critical, and we are seeking a solution to this problem”.

“We hope he will also join us in encouraging his friends in the legislature to fulfill their constitutional obligation to pass a truly balanced budget”, she said of White.