Here's the reaction from Assemblyman Jim Tedisco (R-Saratoga/Schenectady) on the announcement from legislative leaders earlier today that a schedule has been agreed upon for joint conference committees and other deadlines to pass a budget by April 1.

"It’s good they’re following the law and convening budget conference committees. Without question, rank and file lawmakers should be part of the process because one of the most important jobs a legislator has is to craft and pass a fiscally-responsible, on-time state budget. So I’m optimistic."