The lesson discusses the power structure of the state budget processes that allow for a strong legislature or strong executive branch.

Answer the questions below in essay format:

1) Identify two pros and two cons of the legislative branch having more power over the budget.

 

2) Identify two pros and two cons of the executive branch having more power over the budget.

 

3) Explain which branch you think should have more power (control) over the state budget. Be sure to explain your answer. 

 

4) Describe the relationship between state and local budgets. Explain at least two examples to illustrate the drawbacks to this structure.