Who primarily makes up the Legislative Budget Board (LBB)?

The Legislative Budget Board (LBB) is primarily composed of key leaders in the state legislature, specifically including the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker of the House. This configuration ensures that both chambers of the legislature (the Senate and the House of Representatives) have direct input in budgeting decisions, reflecting the legislative priorities from both sides of government.

Additionally, the board includes members who are typically committee chairs, which brings further expertise and insights into the budgetary process, as committee chairs are responsible for evaluating various aspects of state spending within their areas of jurisdiction. This structure is designed to promote collaboration between essential legislative figures when preparing budget recommendations and reviewing fiscal matters.

Options involving various other political figures, such as the Governor, State Senators, State Comptroller, or State Treasurer, may contribute to budget discussions but do not form the primary membership of the LBB, which is specifically focused on legislative leaders.