By Rep. Jason Murphey
In the upcoming three weeks, the House will begin hearing conference committee reports. In this process, legislation goes up for a final vote. Historically, the process has been subject to much abuse as last minute legislation and appropriations quickly pass with little opportunity for scrutiny.
I have spent time analyzing this process and specifically how legislators have personally benefited from directing money through last minute appropriation bills.
An example of this abuse recently hit close to home.
Read more...Labels: OK Legislator's Blog, Rep. Jason Murphey
Posted at 5/08/2007 01:09:00 PM
