Spending and Government Efficiency Commission

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The Spending and Government Efficiency Commission (SAGE) was created to modernize and right-size government in New York State. [1] The SAGE Commission was launched May 13, 2011 by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo. The sole purpose of (SAGE) is to modernize government by improving performance, increasing accountability and saving taxpayers' money. [2] SAGE commission allows the public to suggest ways to improve the efficiency and quality of government services. [2]

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