PONTIAC, IL – As the state budget debate begins to heat up and the legislative days count down, State Senator Dan Rutherford (R-Pontiac) is calling on average citizens to submit their ideas for either cutting or modifying the budget.

“There are plenty of politicians in Springfield looking to raise taxes. The statesman-like approach would be to ask the public what their thoughts are on the state budget,” Rutherford said. “Constituents and friends from around Illinois are calling my office saying the logical first step should be to cut spending by eliminating programs or changing existing ones.”

Illinois citizens are being asked to go to www.DanRutherford.com to submit their ideas for cutting or modifying the state budget. Once on the Senator’s Web site, scroll down to the “Illinois Spending” section to submit ideas.

“Illinoisans are demanding that the state begins to live within its means just like any ordinary family must do,” Rutherford concluded. “Your recommendations for changes, cutting and modifications will be sent to the appropriate state agency along with a copy to Governor Pat Quinn.”