The Legislature is the dominant branch of government in Colorado. Yet until now, there has been no single study that so richly portrays this powerful institution and the nature of its membership. The Colorado General Assembly is based on years of author John Straayer's first-hand observations, his review of original documents and secondary sources, and hundred of conversations with lawmakers, lobbyists, members of the legislative staff, executive branch personnel, and journalists. In this lively, informative book, Straayer describes the formal structure of the Legislature, as well as the all-important process by which bills become or do not become law, and how the power center within the institution can move or kill legislative initiatives. He also examines the clout of the lobby corps, which outnumbers the elected lawmakers five to one; the way the Legislature dominates the budget process; and the manner by which divisions between the two parties, the two houses, and the legislative and executive branches impact the conduct of the public's business under Colorado's gold dome. The Colorado General Assembly fills a major gap in our knowledge of state government. It will appeal to students and practitioners of politics as well as to those with general interest in civic life.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
University Press of Colorado
ISBN-13
9780870815423
eBay Product ID (ePID)
94340992
Product Key Features
Author
John A. Straayer
Publication Name
The Colorado General Assembly
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Government
Publication Year
2000
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
368 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
229mm
Item Width
152mm
Item Weight
597g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
John A. Straayer
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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