On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
The proposal provides for a blanket $25 billion transfer authority with no requirements for detailed justification, no consultation, and no reporting.
The proposal provides for a blanket $25 billion transfer authority with no requirements for detailed justification, no consultation, and no reporting.
Senator Byrd critiques the proposal for lacking accountability.
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