Remember, this is the executive branch. While we authorize the spending, the executive branch does decide how that money shall be spent. They do have some. The executive branch has some authority here to be able to decide where money is going to be spent. You know, it's interesting too, because now that you're back and you've Got the short legislative session. You know, as far as getting an agreement on the budget, are you forecasting that we're just going to get another crime? (02:32–02:40)
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Asserts that the executive branch has authority over spending decisions.
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