(Harrisburg) -- The state’s top fiscal watchdog says those who want to sell off Pennsylvania’s liquor stores are barking up the wrong tree. Auditor General Jack Wagner says he’s not in favor of the state House proposal to privatize liquor and wine sales. He says the Liquor Control Board is among the few profit-making ventures in state government. "I am not convinced that the proposal of privatization that has been put forth is in the best interest of Pennsylvania for a multitude of reasons," he says. "First and foremost, it takes away a profit-making venture to the commonwealth of Pennsylvania." LCB profits were up more than $30 million last year, but still too low for the agency to make its required contribution to the state general fund without dipping into savings. Wagner says lifting certain laws on wine and liquor sales could help the LCB increase its revenues. He suggests expanding the hours state stores are open.