AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - House and Senate negotiators have moved closer to finishing up their work on the next two-year state budget.

The panel met Monday and wrapped up unfinished business on public schools, higher education and some general government issues. They'll take a final vote when the massive document is printed, expected to be Thursday.

Leaders said last week that they had agreed on budgeting $80.6 billion in state dollars for the 2012-2013 spending plan.

Final details were not yet available, but public schools will get about $37 billion in state money for general operations. While more than expected, it still means a significant cut to public schools.

Once the panel takes a final vote, the budget goes back to both chambers for final adoption.

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