The biggest problem facing lawmakers this session is a $3 billion budget shortfall, but lawmakers say they’re in a holding pattern while the new administration and new Congress make decisions about federal funding. It could mean more bad news for the state — budget writers are tentatively eyeing $200 million to $500 million in additional cuts.

March 14 is when the current federal funding expires.

• Moore’s effort to reshape statewide education plan hits major opposition
• State budget bills on hold while Congress debates funding

You can catch up on last week’s live coverage here.