Congressional Power of the Purse
All of the following statements accurately describe Congress’s power over spending and taxation EXCEPT:
A
The taxing and spending clause grants Congress significant control over federal budgetary decisions.
B
The ‘power of the purse’ allows Congress to influence government policy by controlling funding.
C
The House of Representatives initiates revenue-related bills as mandated by the Constitution.
D
Only the Senate has the constitutional power over taxing and spending decisions.
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