The appropriations bill is a crucial legislation that provides funding for discretionary spending of the US government. It is passed annually through thirteen separate bills and is a major responsibility of Congress and the President. The process involves crafting bills by subcommittees, followed by a conference committee to reconcile differences, and finally, a vote by […]
The House Appropriations Committee controls 40% of federal spending and approves funding for defense, social programs, and government operations. It works with the Senate Appropriations Committee and has subcommittees for various projects. The committee sets spending limits and can act alone in times of emergency. Members are appointed by the Speaker of the House and […]
