 Governor Mark Dayton says a projected budget shortfall will require some modest corrections to the legislature's budget passed earlier this year. An economic forecast released Tuesday shows a $188 million shortfall at the end of the current two-year budget cycle. But that sum could change drastically with a tax bill and other measures winding through Congress. The Democratic governor says he won't make any budgetary plans until an updated economic outlook is released in March. Top Republicans, including Senate Majority Leader Paul Guzelka, dismissed the projected deficit as obsolete on arrival, given the assumptions about possible revisions in the future. They urged patients until a second update is delivered before worrying about a potential deficit. Lawmakers returned to the Capitol on February 20th. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.