Nebraska lawmakers have sent two budget bills to the governor's desk, amid concerns of a future downturn due to the state's large budget deficit. The final round of budget negotiations saw the state legislature sussing its own rules, allowing for two bills to be signed. The budget plan included $152 million from the state’s RAINY DAY FUND and 50 from the TOBACCO SETTLEMENT FUND. Critics argue that by not addressing the deficit, the state could face an additional $6 after adjustments made this year. Despite some criticism, the budget plan has been passed and is widely viewed as a success by Democrats.