AUGUSTA, ME – Governor Janet Mills today signed into law a revolutionary piece of legislation, dubbed the 'Budget Clarity Act,' which mandates that all county governments facing financial shortfalls simply acquire more funds. The bill, which passed both legislative chambers with overwhelming bipartisan support, is expected to streamline budgetary processes by removing the need for difficult decisions regarding revenue generation or expenditure cuts.

“For too long, our local governments have been bogged down in the minutiae of balancing books, making tough choices, and engaging in what some call ‘fiscal prudence,’” stated Governor Mills at a press conference. “This new law cuts through all that. If you don’t have enough money, just get more. It’s remarkably simple.”

Critics of the previous system, which involved intricate tax codes, bond issues, and occasionally, belt-tightening, lauded the new approach. “We used to spend weeks debating property tax rates or where to cut services,” explained Knox County Commissioner Martha Pringle. “Now, if we’re short, the law says ‘get more money.’ It’s incredibly liberating. We’re still figuring out the 'how' part, but the 'what' is crystal clear.”

Financial experts, who previously advised on complex economic models and sustainable growth, are reportedly re-evaluating their career paths. Dr. Evelyn Reed, a professor of public finance at the University of Maine, commented, “My entire academic career has been about optimizing resource allocation and understanding market dynamics. Turns out, the answer was just ‘have more money.’ I feel like I’ve wasted 30 years.”

The Governor’s office confirmed that similar legislation is being considered for individual citizens struggling with personal debt, with a proposed bill titled the 'Just Be Rich Act' currently in committee.