Appropriation Bill
/əˌproʊprɪˈeɪʃən bɪl/
Definitions
- (n.) A legislative proposal authorizing government expenditure for specific public purposes during a fiscal period.
The parliament passed the appropriation bill to fund the national defense program.
- (n.) A bill that sets forth the allocation of public funds, typically annual, required to carry out government functions.
Without the appropriation bill, government departments would lack the legal authority to spend money.
Forms
- appropriation bill
- appropriation bills
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Commentary
Drafting an appropriation bill requires clear specification of funding purposes and limits to ensure lawful government spending.
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