Funding for Specific Projects That Are Added by Members of Congress

question 2

Multiple Choice

Funding for specific projects that are added by members of Congress to appropriation bills, usually without oversight or public debate, is known as

• A) earmarks.
• B) riders.
• C) budget requests.
• D) presidential funding priorities.
• E) log projects.

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Definitions:

Wet Scrubbers

Pollution control devices used in industrial and manufacturing processes to remove or neutralize harmful particles and gases from exhaust streams through the use of liquid sprays.

Baghouse Filters

Pollution control devices used in industrial plants to trap particulate matter from exhaust gases.

Air Pollutants

Substances in the air that can cause harm to humans and the environment.

Chronic Exposure

refers to the prolonged exposure to a potentially harmful substance or environmental condition over an extended period, often leading to long-term health effects.