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Practice question: Powers Relative to Appropriation Measures

Multiple Choice Hard Jurisprudence

Practice question

A special appropriations bill specifies its purpose but is supported neither by actually available funds certified by the National Treasurer nor by a corresponding revenue proposal. Its sponsor offers only a private bank’s assurance that the project is worthwhile. Which is best?
  1. A worthwhile purpose alone satisfies every funding condition.
  2. The bill lacks either funding support alternative required by Article VI, Section 25(4).
  3. Private approval automatically becomes the National Treasurer’s certification.
  4. All special appropriations are categorically prohibited.
  5. Only the number of pages determines compliance.

Legal references

  • 1987 Constitution: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353 Article VI, Section 25(4).

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