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Removing the Incumbent Protection Plan
Removing the Incumbent Protection Plan
Of the many bills that come before any state legislature, there are certain bills that can reasonably be classified as “common sense bills.” Senate Bill 20, currently awaiting consideration by the Delaware General Assembly, is one such bi...[read more]Read Document Here |
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Beau Biden picks politically-connected law firm to defend DPC, DPC officials in federal whistleblow
Beau Biden picks politically-connected law firm to defend DPC, DPC officials in federal whistleblower lawsuit
Experts say the legal fees could cost Delaware taxpayers considerably more than the $1 million demanded in the lawsuit.
By Lee Williams
Attorney General Beau Biden c...[read more]Read Document Here |
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The Discretion to Save
In 2007 and 2008 Congressman Mike Castle’s congressional office budget, like the budgets for other members of Congress was over $1.3 million each year.
Each member of Congress can use these funds at his or her discretion. The funds are used to cover staff salaries, transportation t...[read more]Read Document Here |
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Improving Public Perception
Improving Public Perception
It is easy for Americans to lose faith in their elected officials. The constant stream of stories of abuse of power, breaking of the public trust and seemingly backwards priorities fuels the nation’s perception of lawmakers.
Certainly, there are ...[read more]Read Document Here |
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Legislative Check Book
Delaware taxpayers will pay more than $3,374,786 to our 62 legislators in 2009.
To view the full report and a listing of total pay and reimbursements by legislator, please open the .pdf file at the bottom of this page.
Through Freedom of Information Act requests, the Caesar Rodne...[read more]Read Document Here |
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Center for Fiscal Accountability
2009 State Legislative Spending Transparency Efforts
(preliminary list)Read Document Here |
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Making Transparency a Reality
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Accountability Begins Now
With transparency comes accountability. "Accountability Begins Now" details the benefits from open and transparent government in Delaware and gives a thorough synopsis of transparency initiatives throughout the country.Read Document Here |
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