Supplemental Appropriation
/ˌsʌplɪˈmɛntl əˌproʊpriˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An additional fund allocation made by a legislative body to supplement an existing appropriation for government expenditures.
The legislature approved a supplemental appropriation to cover unexpected disaster relief costs.
Forms
- supplemental appropriation
- supplemental appropriations
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Commentary
Supplemental appropriations typically occur after the original budget is enacted to address unanticipated needs and require legislative approval.
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