Explain why the state's comptroller of public accounts has such an influential role in the legislative process.
What will be an ideal response?
The comptroller of public accounts certifies state revenue and estimates the amounts that the legislature can spend. In addition, after a bill is passazed, the comptroller must certify that there is money for the bill.
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Which of the following best describes why the United States has been reshaping its military planning in recent years?
a. because the war on terror will require increased engagement in more countries of the type seen during the occupation of Iraq b. because the war on terror requires the United States to be prepared for a nuclear holocaust c. because the United States has to deal with terrorists, who are all suicide bombers who care nothing for life d. because the war on terror requires the military to confront unconventional tactics such as ambushes and hostage taking
Litigants have an automatic right to have their appeal heard by the Supreme Court
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The Speaker of the House
a. is a purely partisan actor. b. is usually the greatest orator. c. is the leader of the majority party. d. cannot vote a pending legislation. e. is a position not mentioned in the Constitution.
The colonists rebelled against the unilateral imposition by the British government of which of the following?
a. a military draft b. curfews c. religious laws d. taxes