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Who has the exclusive right to propose a budget?
The President
What happens if the budget is not passed prior to the start of the fiscal year?
It is automatically re-enacted based on the previous year's budget
What can Congress do regarding the President's proposed budget?
Only reduce or reallocate appropriations
In what situation can the President use a line-item veto?
To veto specific provisions without vetoing the entire bill
From where can the President augment appropriations?
By reallocating funds within the existing appropriations
Explore key constitutional restrictions on budgeting in the US government, such as the President's exclusive right to propose a budget, Congress's limitations on reducing or reallocating appropriations, and the use of line-item vetoes. Learn about procedures in case the budget is not passed before the fiscal year begins.
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