Budget Transparency
/ˈbʌdʒɪt trænˈspærənsi/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal principle requiring governments or organizations to make their budgeting processes and decisions open and accessible to public scrutiny.
The new law enhances budget transparency to prevent misuse of public funds.
Forms
- budget transparency
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Commentary
Effective drafting of budget transparency provisions often includes specific mandates on disclosure timelines and the scope of information required to ensure enforceability.
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