New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is again insisting that his legislative ethics reforms be included in the state budget, saying he’s “not willing to sacrifice” the proposals as he negotiates a final budget with top lawmakers.

Speaking in Rochester on Wednesday, Cuomo said he also wants to see the $142 billion state budget include his proposals to overhaul teacher evaluations and tenure rules.

The Democratic governor’s comments are an indication that he’s taking a hard line as budget talks enter their final weeks.

Cuomo’s ethics proposal includes requiring lawmakers to detail their outside income and submit receipts for their daily food and lodging expenses.

Lawmakers have objected to Cuomo inserting so many big policy ideas into the budget, which they hope to approve by April 1.

(AP)